Western Kentucky University

Energy/Green Building

Energy/Green Building


Energy/Green Buildings
Energy Efficiency
Renewable Energy
Solar Energy
Green Building

Energy/Green Buildings
 
Energy Efficiency

Alliance to Save Energy
American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) - This site is not oriented toward the uninitiated, but for technical and policy-related materials on energy efficiency, there's a wealth of information.
EPA's Energy Star Program - A collaboration between the Department of Energy, the EPA and many companies, this program helps consumers buy products that use less energy -- including major appliances, lighting, tvs and vcrs, heating, cooling and office equipment, and even new homes.
Solstice - A great site for information about energy efficiency, renewable energy and sustainable technology information and connections, with lots of useful links from the Center for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology (CREST).
US DOE Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE)
Wolf at the Door   A beginner's guide to peak oil

Tips & Tools

Consumer's Guide to Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy A treasure trove of information and resources on home energy audits, tax credits and rebates, appliances and electronics, lighting heating and cooling, more.
Energy Star Home Improvement Toolbox - Ways to save money and energy around the house, whether you're starting a major home-improvement project or just trying to lower your energy bills.
Energyhawk.com    Energy saving tips for homes and businesses
Home Energy Magazine
San Diego Gas & Electric Co. - Easy-to-use energy efficiency info, especially for small businesses and residential customers.

Energy Efficiency-Home Tips

Renewable Energy

Energy and Environmental Research Center  Research, development, demonstration and commercialization of new energy technologies
Nature and Technology in Harmony
Renewable Energy Access.com
Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI)
TVA Green Power Switch
TVA Links to Renewable Energy Resources

News

Clean Energy Partnership     E-newsletter
Alternative Energy News Source
Home Power Magazine

Solar Energy

American Solar Energy Society (ASES)
Kentucky Solar Partnership
National Center for Photovoltaics - A searchable page from the Department of Energy with plenty of information on photovoltaic (e.g. solar cells) sources of renewable energy.
Solar Energy Tax Credits
The Solar Guide     Practical information for buying solar and renewable energy
The Kentucky Sun Pages     Directory of renewable energy and green building businesses and professionals

Green Building

Buildings/Design Resources db
Energy Efficient Building Association
EPA Green Buildings & Energy Star
Good to be Green   Green Building Directory
Green Building Basics
Green Building Resources – What's Working
Rocky Mountain Institute  Promoting 'Abundance by Design'; an entrepreneurial nonprofit organization that works with cities and business clients to foster the efficient and restorative use of resources
Rocky Mountain Institute  Promoting 'Abundance by Design'; an entrepreneurial nonprofit organization that works with cities and business clients to foster the efficient and restorative use of resources
U.S. Green Building Council  Premier institution in green building and organization responsible for Leadership in Energy and Environment (LEED) certification.

 

 Last Modified 10/25/11