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  • Appliance rebates
  • Appliance recycling
  • Car sharing and commuting
  • Fuel-efficient, clean cars
  • Global warming basics
  • Household energy
  • Lighting
  • Renewable energy

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Appliance rebates

Federal and state renewable and energy-efficiency incentive programs
Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy

Appliance recycling

Appliance recycling and reuse programs searchable by zip code
Earth 911

Refrigerator and freezer recycling and proper coolant disposal information
US Environmental Protection Agency

Car sharing and commuting

A network of cars to share in urban areas Car Sharing Network	Connects employers to local commuter options for their employees Commuter Choice	A free ride share service that connects commuters to carpooling opportunities eRideShare
Connects travelers so they can share taxis to and from an airport Hitchsters	Fact sheets, maps, locators, and benefits of public transportation Public Transportation	A national clearinghouse of information related to pedestrians and bicyclists The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center
A car-sharing service in urban areas and on college campuses ZipCar

Fuel-efficient, clean cars

Features Greener Cars site with eco-friendly vehicles, green driving tips and articles on new fuel technologies American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy	Find alternative fueling stations around the U.S. DOE Alternative Fueling Station Locator	An industry association dedicated to the promotion of electric vehicle technology Electric Drive Transportation Association
Consumer guide to choosing a fuel-efficient, clean vehicle EPA Green Vehicle Guide	Federal resource of comprehensive information on fuel efficient vehicles FuelEconomy.gov	Commercial, timely hybrid news site with blogs, forums, and reviews Hybrid Cars
Consumer buying guide for hybrid vehicles Hybrid Center	Green car site with top models and technologies Yahoo Green Cars

Global warming basics

Clear and thorough presentation of evidence and impacts BBC Climate Change Weather Center	Provides science-based overview of global warming myths and facts Environmental Defense Fight Global Warming Campaign	Provides factual materials on a variety of topics related to global warming EPA Global Warming site
United Nations sponsored panel that issues reports on global warming Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change	Comprehensive overview of topics related to global warming Natural Resources Defense Council	Learn about global warming and how it impacts wildlife and more NWF Good Neighbor Program
Comprehensive overview of climate change science and policy PEW Center on Global Climate Change	A university initiative that works with departments and organizations at Tufts and beyond to mitigate climate change Tufts Climate Initiative	User-friendly coverage of science and solutions Union of Concerned Scientists
Multimedia information on climate change Weather Channel One Degree site

Household energy

Money- and energy-saving tips on household energy use Alliance to Save Energy	Consumer resource guide to household energy efficiency American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy	A consumer guide to buying energy-efficient products for the home Consumer Federation of America
Federal energy efficiency and renewable energy programs and links DOE Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy	Consumer tips on buying energy-efficient appliances and electronics Energy Star	Advice and information about today's home energy choices EnergyGuide
Web-based do-it-yourself energy audit tool Home Energy Saver	Overview of renewable energy technologies Renewable Energy Policy Project

Lighting

Recycling facilities for compact fluorescent bulbs searchable by Zip code Earth 911	Tips for buying compact fluorescent light bulbs including store locator and product list Energy Star lighting	Interactive tools to help you decide how to choose the best compact fluorescent light bulb Environmental Defense CFL site
Offers a directory of state departments with information on where to recycle your compact fluorescent bulbs locally Lamp Recycle	Tips on using energy efficient lighting at home Rocky Mountain Institute

Renewable energy

Basic information on buying green power in your area DOE Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy	Voluntarily certified options for switching to renewable home electricity in your state Green-e	Rate the environmental impact of electricity generation in your area Power Score Card
Overview of green power and what consumers need to know Union of Concerned Scientists - Clean Energy

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