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Green Living: Energy

  1. American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy - Consumer Resources -
  2. Clean Cities Colorado -

    "Promotes alternative fuels, advanced vehicles, fuel blends, fuel economy, hybrid vehicles, and idle reduction." Also, click on the "Southern Colorado" tab to find the Southern Colorado Coalition.
  3. Climate-friendly Checklist -

    Provides ways to reduce your carbon footprint. From National Geographic.
  4. Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy - Energy Savers -

    Energy saving solutions for homeowners, builders, state agencies, etc.
  5. Energy Savers -

    Tips on saving energy and money at home.
  6. Energy Star -
  7. EnergyGuide Labels -

    Provides information on why you should use the EnergyGuide labels when shopping for appliances, how to use them, EnergyGuide questions, shopping strategies, and lowering your monthly energy bill. From the Federal Trade Commission.
  8. EPA's Fifteen Hot Tips for a Cool Summer -
  9. Green Power Network -

    From the U.S. Department of Energy.
  10. Greener Choices -

    From the publishers of Consumer Reports. Information for consumers about environmentally-friendly products and practices.
  11. Home Energy Saver -

    Do-it-yourself energy calculator.
  12. How to Buy Green Electricity -

    From Consumer Reports.
  13. Landscaping -

    Tips on using energy-efficient landscaping. From the U.S. Department of Energy.
  14. National Academies Press Online Books -

    All PDF titles are now available for free download. Topics cover a wide range of subjects, including biographies, sciences, computers & information technology, education, food & nutrition, health & medicine, and much more! Click on a title to see if it is available for a free download, also includes research tools, online videos, podcasts, etc.
  15. Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy -

    From the U.S. Department of Energy.
  16. Rebates from Colorado Springs Utilities -

    From Colorado Springs Utilities - click on "Ways to Save" to select rebates for appliances, cooling & heating, duct sealing, insulation & air sealing, irrigation, rebuilding, renewable energy, watersense toilets, and windows.
  17. Recharge Colorado -

    Publications on energy conservation, including information for homeowners, weatherization services, green jobs, renewable energy, and more from the Governor's Energy Office.
  18. Recharge Colorado - Residential Resources -

    Publications, saving tips and guides, and helpful links from the Governor's Energy Office.