Appliance Standards Awareness Project
- http://www.standardsasap.org/
- Report on the latest improvements that increase efficiency in appliances. Current lobbying efforts to enact more efficient standards for central air conditioners, clothes washers, fluorescent ballasts and water heaters.
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network
- http://www.eere.energy.gov/buildings/
- Topics include lighting, appliances, and heating and cooling equipment; insulation and other weatherization materials; high-performance windows; automatic and "smart" controls; solar buildings; community programs; and related codes and standards.
Energy Quest
- http://www.energyquest.ca.gov/
- California Energy Commission's energy and environmental education site for students, parents and teachers. Materials for students from kindergarten through high school. Games, puzzles, science projects on energy and other challenging information.
Energy Star
- http://www.energystar.gov
- Created by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy to help consumers save money and prevent air pollution. Includes list of qualifying products, contractor selection tips, and contacts for low interest loans for upgrading to high efficiency equipment.
Energyguide.com
- http://www.energyguide.com/energy/default.asp
- Energy analyzer tool. After answering questions about home construction, occupants, and appliances the analyzer provides breakdown and charts showing energy usage and areas that can be improved.
For Your Home - Owens Corning
- http://www.owenscorning.com/foryourhome/
- Everything from new construction to remodeling to insulating projects to efficiency checklist. Personal Project file holds information about different Owens Corning products that can be printed out for purchasing or planning.
Improving Home Energy Efficiency
- http://www.fsec.ucf.edu/en/
- Information on energy use in typical Florida homes and how the energy efficiency of Florida homes can be best improved. Includes discussion on typical performance, cooling and heating load sources, windows, and ductwork.
Making it Happen
- http://hes.lbl.gov/hes/makingithappen/mih.html
- Module to help homeowners capitalize on the energy savings opportunities identified by the Energy Advisor module. No regrets remodeling, no-cost and low-cost measures, installation, financing, and case studies.
MetaEfficient
- http://www.metaefficient.com
- Reviews of tools and techniques to live more simply and self-sufficiently. Incorporating these tools and techniques can decrease dependence on petroleum, electricity, gas for heating and cooling, municipal water and sewage utilities.
Northeast Energy Star
- http://www.myenergystar.com
- Includes energy efficiency tips, online energy savings calculators, dealer locators, and rebate information for Energy Star appliances and lighting.
Partnership for Advanced Technologies in Housing
- http://www.pathnet.org/
- Voluntary initiative that seeks to accelerate the creation and widespread use of advanced technologies to improve the quality, durability, environmental performance, energy efficiency, and affordability of housing.
Sage Farm Solar Home
- http://www.sagefarm.net/
- Virtual tour of energy efficient residence that has evlolved over 20 years to demonstrate several approaches for capturing and using solar energy.
The Carbon Count
- http://www.thecarboncount.com
- Provides users with a carbon footprint calculator and presents them with specific tips and advice based on their carbon footprint.
The Weatherization Pages
- http://www.weatherization.com/
- Resource on using cellulose insulation and moisture barriers in attics, walls, and basements to improve safety, comfort, fuel conservation and environmental health in old and new homes. Principles, practice, solutions, case studies, and do it yourself advice.
