Links
The links below are organized by topics to help you find the link most relevant to your needs. This in not intended to be an exhaustive list but only as a starting place for your search. Most sites will contain sections that will link you to additional sites. Some sites may contain a variety of information but have only been listed under one topic. If you have suggestions for links, or find that some of these no longer exist, please contact us with your suggestion.
Electric Power Industry
Energy Central- http://www.energycentral.com/
While this site contains a wealth of technical information, it also provides an excellent news service devoted to the electric power industry. Investors and business people will find this feature very useful.
Technology Transition Corporation- http://www.ttcorp.com
This is a group working with industry to develop markets for various renewable energy sectors. The site provides background on the various technologies out there.
Educational Resources
Solar Energy International - http://www.solarenergy.org
This organization provides workshops around the country on all aspects of renewable energy system design and construction.
Energy Efficiency
NYSERDA - http://www.nyserda.org/
New York Energy $martSM - http://www.getenergysmart.org/
American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy - http://www.aceee.org/altsites/index.htm
This site has links to other web sites that concern energy efficiency.
Cool Companies - http://www.cool-companies.org
This is a site for businesses interested in improving their energy efficiency.
Energy Star - http://www.energystar.gov
A source for information on energy efficient products. If you are looking for the most energy efficient appliance this site can help
Energy Fairs
Midwest Renewable Energy Fair - http://www.the-mrea.org
Solarfest (New England’s Renewable Energy Fair) - http://www.solarfest.com
Texas Renewable Energy Roundup - http://www.RenewableEnergyRoundup.com
General
Energy Information Administration- http://www.eia.doe.gov/
This is a comprehensive list of energy related web sites. It provides resources on all aspects of energy, as well as forecasts, historical data, state data, EIA presentations, and more.
United States Department of Energy - http://www.doe.gov/
Green Building
Building Green in a Black and White World - http://www.greenbuilding.com
With over thirty years in the building industry, author David Johnston has seen firsthand the change in consumer demands for homes that reflect their values and lifestyles. He knows that green building can become a milestone in creating success and profit in your business, and he shows you how.
The Environmental Building News - http://www.buildinggreen.com
This is a newsletter on environmentally responsible design and construction
Sustainable Sources - http://www.greenbuilder.com
Sustainable Sources provides resources that offer practical options to the conventional methods of building, community, travel, and more.
US Green Building Council - http://www.usgbc.org
Publications
Homepower - http://www.homepower.com/hp/
The magazine by and for people who are presently living with renewables or who hope to in the future. This is a must resource for anyone who wants to do it themselves.
Renewable Energy
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network - http://www.eren.doe.gov/
This is a DOE site that has information on federal renewable energy programs, news and information on hot topics, and a forms-based inquiry system to submit questions to EREN experts.
National Renewable Energy Laboratory - http://www.nrel.gov/
A US Dept. of Energy site with all the latest information on renewable energy research and development. This site also contains information and links to sites focusing on energy efficient buildings.
Solstice - http://solstice.crest.org/
“Solstice is the Internet information service of the Center for Renewable Energy and Development Information.”
Sourceguides - http://www.sourceguides.com
This site lists over 3000 of the world’s renewable energy businesses. This is a good place to find information on companies producing and distributing.
Transportation
Alternative Fuels Data Center - http://www.afdc.nrel.gov/
The Dept. of Energy sponsors this site covering information on alternative fuels and the vehicles that use them. The AFDC provides a list of alternative fuel sites, legislative information, and a database of research and development programs.
Toyota - http://www.toyota.com
Check out the Prius hybrid electric vehicle from Toyota. Motor Trends car of the year for 2004.
