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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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