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Alliance to Save Energy
The Alliance is a non-profit coalition of prominent
businesses, government, environmental, and consumer leaders that promote clean and
efficient use of energy worldwide.
Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC)
The AFDC collects operating information from vehicles (in
programs sponsored by the Alternative Motor Fuels Act ) running on alternative fuels,
analyzes the data, and makes the results available to the public. The AFDC also maintains
information on research conducted for both the Biofuels Systems Division and the Fuel
Utilization Data and Analysis Division of the DOE Office of Alternative Fuels. The site
contains a tremendous amount of data on a wide spectrum of alternative fuels, programs and
research.
American Solar Energy Society The American Solar Energy Society (ASES) is a national
organization dedicated to advancing the use of solar energy for the
benefit of U.S. citizens and the global environment. ASES promotes the
widespread near-term and long-term use of solar energy.
Aquaculture-Online
This list provides important up-to-date information on
aquacultural issues, trade show dates, technical forums, market information, jobs, and
educational advice.
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Center for Energy and Technology of the Americas The Center for Energy
and Technology of the Americas (CETA) performs academic research, policy
analysis, technology development and deployment, and student training with the
goal of increasing the development and reliability of energy supplies, and
improving energy efficiency throughout the Western Hemisphere all within the
framework of environmental sustainability.
Clean Cities
Clean Cities is a locally-based government and industry partnership, coordinated by
the U.S. Department of Energy to expand the use of alternatives to gasoline and diesel
fuel. This web site includes information on: The Road to Getting Started; who to call
(DOE, Clean Cities Coordinators; State Energy offices, etc); list of Clean Cities;
newsletters, success stories, laws and incentives, vehicle fleet buyer's guide, refueling
sites, and much more. A must visit site for those interested in increasing municipal
government involvement.
Disaster Recovery and Building Reconstruction developed by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Building Technologies Program (BTP) in the wake of Gulf Coast hurricanes last fall. The site contains a wide variety of national, regional and local resources for state and local officials, builders, and consumers, as well as information on available training and workshops.
Electric Drive Transportation Association The Electric
Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) is a trade association promoting
battery, hybrid and fuel cell vehicles and infrastructure.
Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Network (EREN) This is a U.S. Department of Energy site. EREN has loads of
information, links, materials and the latest information on renewable energy. A must
visit site.
Energy
Gauge Program
(Florida Solar Energy Center)
This program is a rating system program that provides a uniform, statewide system for rating
homes and commercial structures and provides buyers with a realistic measure of how energy
efficient construction improvements amplify property values.
Energy Kids Page Developed by the Energy Information Administration,
the Energy Kid’s Page provides energy facts, history, classroom activities and
games related to learning about energy.
Energy Star Buildings EPA’s Energy Star Buildings program is a voluntary
energy-efficiency program for U.S. commercial buildings. The Energy Star Building program
focuses on profitable investment opportunities available in most buildings using proven
technologies.
Energy Information Administration
(EIA)
The Energy Information Administration compiles data on
production and consumption of energy worldwide. It also provides data on environmental
effects for the use of the different sources of energy. Lots of data. CD-ROM available
that is compendium of EIA's national energy databases, publications,
directories, and
software applications. For the serious researcher.
Environmental Protection Agency
Learn about global warming and what it means for you. You will find
information on: Science of Global Warming, Projected Impacts,
International and U.S. Government Policies and Programs, Latest
Developments and more.
EPA Fact Sheets Should You Have the Air Ducts In Your
Home Cleaned? is intended to help consumers answer this often
confusing question. The guide explains what air duct cleaning is,
provides guidance to help consumers decide whether to have the service
performed in their home, and provides information for choosing a duct
cleaner, determining if duct cleaning was done properly, and how to
prevent contamination of air ducts.
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Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and
Fuels
The Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels (FCRC) promotes the
creation of biorefineries that use renewable products from agriculture
as feedstocks to replace petroleum-based products.
Florida Department of Community Affairs This is the
official website of the Florida Department of Community Affairs (DCA).
The mission of (DCA) is to assist communities in meeting the challenges
of growth, reducing the effects of disasters and investing in community
resources.
Florida Energy
Commission
Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC)
FGBC is a nonprofit Florida Corporation dedicated to improving the built
environment. Its mission is "to provide a statewide Green Building program
with environmental and economic benefits.
Florida Hydrogen Initiative The Florida Hydrogen Initiative (FHI) is a non-profit organization incorporated under the laws of the State of Florida to move Florida to the forefront of the nation’s hydrogen economy.
Florida Propane Gas Safety Research
and Education Council
Florida Public Service Commission
Florida Public Service Commission is the state agency charged
with regulating public utilities in the state including: electric and gas
utilities,
telephone companies, and water and wastewater systems. The site has comprehensive
information about the current commission and its members, the PSC annual report and
consumer information and education. Includes a calendar of all dockets.
Florida Small Business Development Center
(SBDC)
The FSBDC provides quality business and economic assistance
to existing businesses and prospective business owners and operators. The FSBDC’s
Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) assists small business owners and operates
to reduce energy consumption and related operating costs. It accomplishes this by using
energy saving devices and energy efficiency methods.
Florida State Chapter of the Energy Services Coalition The "How-To"
Manual for Energy Performance Contracting
Florida Solar Energy Center General Information
The Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC) is regarded as the
energy research institute of the State of Florida. The Center is nationally and
internationally recognized for comprehensive programs in solar energy and energy
efficiency. FSEC operates within the State University System, and is administered by the
University of Central Florida.
Fuel Cells Includes information about Fuel Cells.
Also see
www.fuelcells.org/info/links.html for a list of links to other relevant sites
related to fuel cells.
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Green Building Guidelines
A number of builders have worked to develop a comprehensive guidebook
titled Green Building Guidelines: Meeting the demand for
low-energy, resource-efficient homes to help home builders and
others design “greener,” more energy- and resource-efficient
homes.
The Sustainable
Buildings Industry Council is a nonprofit organization
whose mission is to advance the design, affordability, energy
performance, and environmental soundness of residential, institutional
and commercial buildings nationwide.
Hydrogen Cars Features the latest hydrogen concept autos and other vehicles, hydrogen highway, fuel cell technology, ICE engines plus production and infrastructure issues.
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Inventions and Innovations
The Inventions and Innovations program of the Office of
Industrial Technology provides financial assistance a two levels: up to $40,000 or up to
$100,000 depending on the stage of development - for establishing technical performance
and and conducting early development of innovative ideas and inventions. Ideas that
have a significant energy saving impact and future commercial market potential are chosen
for financial support through a competitive solicitation process. In addition to
financial assistance, ;this program offers technical guidance and commercialization
support to successful applicants.
National Center for
Appropriate Technology
With programs in energy, agriculture and communities, the National
Center for Appropriate Technology provides information and access to
sustainable technologies community-based approaches that can help
improve the lives of economically disadvantaged people.
National Council for Science and the Environment
The
National Council for Science and the Environment (NCSE) has been
working since 1990 to improve the science Environmental decisionmaking.
NCSE is supported by nearly 500 academic, scientific, environmental,
and business visit the website to learn more about the NCSE and their
ongoing programs.
National Energy
Assistance Directors' Association
The National Energy Assistance Directors' Association Outreach and
Education project is sponsored by a consortium of state Low-Income
Home Energy Assistance Programs. The goal is to support the
development of high-quality outreach and educational materials to help
low-income households sign up for energy bill payment, weatherization,
and education programs.
National Institute of Standards and Technology
The NIST mission is to assist industry in the development of
the technology needed to improve product quality, modernize manufacturing processes,
ensure product reliability and facilitate rapid commercialization of those products based
on new scientific discoveries.
National Technology Transfer Center
(NTTC)
The National Technology Transfer Center's web page provides
information on current, federally-financed technology being developed by NASA, the
Department of Energy and others that can be used by businesses and individuals. The goal
of NTTC is to take technologies off laboratory shelves and put them to work in every-day
applications. Information on the training, business assistance, telemedicine,
manufacturing and other information, including a search tool of NTTC's extensive database
is available through this web page.
National Association of State Energy Officials Affiliated with the
National Governors’ Association, NASEO members are officials from the
State and Territory Energy Offices and affiliates from the private and
public sectors. The nonprofit association was created by the governors
as an “instrumentality of the states” to improve the effectiveness and
quality of state energy programs and policies, and to be a collector and
repository of energy-related information. NASEO meetings and
communications offer a forum for energy officials, policymakers and
others to exchange information and discuss issues with regional and
national implications.
Issues if concern to NASEO include electric and gas utility,
transportation, buildings, research, economic development,
environmental, energy efficiency, renewable energy and other
energy-related matters.
North American Electric Reliability Council – Florida Reliability
Coordinating Council (FRCC) This website has important links to monitoring types and amounts of energy used throughout the state of Florida, as well as reports and publications. Their stated purpose is “to ensure and enhance the reliability and adequacy of bulk electricity supply in Florida, now and into the future”.
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Office of Industrial Technologies
(OIT)
The Alliance for Industrial Excellence integrates six
programs in the OIT. This includes: Climate Wise, Industrial Assessment Centers,
Inventions and Innovations, Motor Challenge and Steam Partnership. The OIT insures easy
access to resources that meets industry needs.
Oikos Oikos
features a searchable database of companies manufacturing energy
efficient, recycled, and low toxicity building products. On-line issues
of Energy Source Newsletter and Energy Code software.
Passive Solar Industries Council PSIC is the only U.S.
industry association solely devoted to promoting energy conscious,
solar-enhanced buildings and the products and services that go into
them. Members are committed to high quality design and construction
and consider whole building design--not just the individual building
systems.
Project for an
Energy Efficient Florida
Sponsored by the Florida Public Interest Foundation, this site
includes information about the Foundation’s purposes and programs,
including the Project for an Energy Efficient Florida. The Foundation
provides services to non-profit organizations and also sponsors
educational and other special projects.
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Refocus Magazine Refocus is
the official membership magazine of ISES (The International Solar
Energy Society).
Renewabale Energy Pollution Prevention EPA has
developed a new web site that provides information about the pollution
prevention benefits of using renewable energy---solar, wind, biomass,
hydro and geothermal energy. It also advises consumers how to obtain
electricity from green power marketers and utilities providing green
pricing options.
RESNET
The National Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) is national
network of mortgage lenders, home builders, real estate firms, energy
and housing professionals, home energy rating systems and utilities. The
mission of the network is to improve the energy efficiency of the
nation’s housing stock and quality more American Families for home
ownership by expanding the availability of home energy ratings and
energy mortgages. Services included a bi-weekly news brief, RESNET NOTES
to keep users informed on the latest developments in the field of
residential energy financing.
Rocky Mountain Institute Rocky Mountain Institute is an entrepreneurial,
nonprofit organization that fosters the efficient and restorative use of
resources to create a more secure, prosperous, and life-sustaining
world.
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Smart
Communities Network
Important national site. The Smart Communities Network communities design and implement innovative strategies that
enhance the local economy, the local environment and the community quality of life.
Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) SEIA has been the
national trade group for commercial enterprises involved in solar energy
for over twenty years.
Solstice (CREST) Solstice is the Internet information service
of the Center for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology (CREST),
and is your site for Sustainable Energy and Development Information.
Southern Governors Association
In recent years, the South has become the dominant region in the
country--region characterized by innovation, growth and opportunity. At
the forefront of key changes in the region are the Southern governors.
Southface Energy Institute The mission of the Southface Energy Institute is to
promote environmentally sustainable homes, workplaces and communities through
education, advocacy, research and technical assistance
Southern States Energy Board Southern States Energy Board (SSEB) is a non-profit
interstate compact organization created in 1960 and established under
Public Laws 87-563 and 92-400. The Board’s mission is to enhance
economic development and the quality of life in the South through
innovations in energy and environmental programs and technologies. As an
institution that has led to economic growth in the South, SSEB endeavors
to reach the goal of sustainable development by implementing strategies
that support its mission. SSEB develops, promoted and recommends
policies and programs that protect and enhance the environment without
compromising the needs of future generations.
Space Coast Clean Cities Coalition
The goal of the
Space Coast Clean Cities Coalition is to increase public awareness and
understanding of the factors causing air pollution and the benefits and costs of
using alternative fuel vehicles in East-Central Florida.
Suwannee River Resource Conservation and Development
Council For e-mail correspondence on these efforts contact: srrcd@hankins.com
The council has used the innovative technology called
"No-Till Drilling" to prevent soil erosion, save fuel, and reduce the farmers
time in the preparation, plowing, seeding and fertilizing of acreage.
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The Technological Research and Development Authority (TRDA), established by the Florida
Legislature in 1987, delivers the successful and cost-effective transfer
of cutting-edge technologies to schools and small businesses throughout
the State of Florida.
U.S. Department of Energy
This gateway site provides hundreds of
links to energy content on health, the home, transportation, schools,
businesses, the community, world and the future.
U.S. Green Building Council The U.S. Green Building Council is the nation's foremost
coalition of leaders from across the building industry working to promote
buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to
live and work.
U.S. Office of Industrial Technology
The Office of Industrial Technology creates partnerships
among industry, trade groups, government agencies, and other organizations. It does this
to research, develop, and deliver advanced energy efficiency, renewable energy, and
pollution prevention technologies for industrial customers.
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