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Appliance rebates

Rebates on select energy-efficient appliances for Minnesota residents Austin Utilities	Local incentives and resources for energy-efficient appliances for Western Colorado residents Community Office for Resource Efficiency	Federal and state renewable and energy-efficiency incentive programs Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy
Rebates for qualifying energy-efficient furnaces, boilers and water heaters for New Jersey residents New Jersey Natural Gas	State energy efficiency incentive programs The Association for Better Insulation

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

Resources to reserve vehicles for city-dwellers Car Sharing Network	A service funded by the federal government to help employees link up with local providers to find commuter programs Commuter Choice	A free ride share service that connects commuters going the same way to create carpooling opportunities eRideShare
A car-sharing company with Ultra Low Emission Vehicles and fuel-efficient hybrids FlexCar	Connects travelers so they can share taxis to and from an airport. Hitchsters	A nonprofit site with fact sheets, maps, locators, and ways to research benefits of public transportation Public Transportation
A national clearinghouse of information related to pedestrians and bicyclists The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center	A company that offers rentals and partners with universities providing rentals on campuses and elsewhere 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	Displays public and private fueling stations that have been independently verified 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	Government source for comprehensive information 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	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 home energy use Alliance to Save Energy	Consumer resource guide to home energy-efficiency American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy	A consumer guide to buying energy-efficient products for the home Consumer Federation of America
Consumer tips on buying energy-efficient appliances and electronics ENERGY STAR	Suggested home energy-savings projects by zip code ENERGY STAR Home Advisor	Advice and information about today's home energy choices EnergyGuide
Web-based do-it-yourself energy audit tool Home Energy Saver	Home energy savings and solutions for Massachusetts residents MassSave	Overview of renewable energy technologies Renewable Energy Policy Project
Practical guides with energy-saving tips for homeowners The Rocky Mountain Institute	Federal energy-efficiency and renewable energy programs and links US Department of Energy: Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Network

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 and renewable energy rogram	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 site