Energy Efficiency Resources

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Here is a collection of energy efficiency sites that you might find useful:

American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy - Probably one of the more robust sites for energy efficiency goodies.  From job boards to 101's, this site has enough energy efficiency links to keep you entertained.

California Energy Alliance

Department of Energy

Energy Star

The EPA has a lot of information on energy efficiency.  The following is a link to energy efficiency programs within K-12 schools.


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