LINKS & RESOURCES:
COLORADO RENEWABLE ENERGY
Colorado Renewable Energy Society (CRES)
http://www.cres-energy.org/
CRES promotes the social, economic, and environmental
benefits of solar, wind, biomass, geothermal, and energy efficiency
technologies.
Center for ReSource Conservation (CRC)
http://www.conservationcenter.org/
CRC is a community nonprofit
organization that is leading Boulder County in the sustainable use
of energy and natural resources
Solar Energy International (SEI)
http://www.solarenergy.org/
SEI offers hands-on
workshops in solar, wind and water power and natural building
technologies in eleven locations. SEI also offers internet based
online courses.
Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association (COSEIA)
http://www.coseia.org/
COSEIA represents and serves energy professionals and renewable energy users. We promote the use
of solar energy and conservation to improve the environment and create a sustainable future.
Xcel Energy's Solar Rebate Program
http://www.xcelenergy.com/solar
Here you'll find useful information about Xcel Energy's solar rebate program and application process. We encourage you
to contact us at any time for further details and program updates.
RENEWABLE ENERGY NEWS & INFORMATION
Renewable Energy Access
http://www.renewableenergyaccess.com/rea/home
Perhaps the single most recognized and trusted source for Renewable Energy News and
Information on the Internet.
Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy (DSIRE)
http://www.dsireusa.org/
DSIRE is a comprehensive source of information on state, local, utility, and selected federal
incentives that promote renewable energy.
Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC)
http://www.irecusa.org/index.html
IREC focuses on some of the current and often difficult issues impacting
expanded renewable energy use such as rules that support renewable
energy and distributed resources in a restructured market,
connecting small-scale renewable energy sources to the utility grid,
developing quality credentials that indicate a level of knowledge
and skills competency for renewable energy professionals, and
getting the right information to the right people.
USA Energy
http://www.usaenergy.org
“The website for local government energy information”
On this site you will find a multitude of resources related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, and
climate change.
HANDS ON, HOW TO
Home Power Magazine
http://www.homepower.com/
“The Journal of Home Made Power”
Dedicated to home-scale renewable energy and sustainable living solutions.
That means comprehensive coverage of solar, wind, and microhydro
electricity, home energy efficiency, solar hot water systems, space
heating and cooling, green building materials and home design,
efficient transportation, and much, much more.
Solar Energy International (SEI)
http://www.solarenergy.org/
SEI offers hands-on
workshops in solar, wind and water power and natural building
technologies in eleven locations. SEI also offers internet based
online courses.
John Wiles' Code Corner
http://www.sandia.gov/pv/docs/John_Wiles_Code_Corner.htm
John Wiles is the nationally recognized expert on interpreting the National Electric Code (NEC)
for PV and other renewable energy systems. If you need help with
Code clarification, this is the source to check.
RENEWABLE ENERGY INDUSTRY FOCUS
Solarbuzz
http://www.solarbuzz.com/
Solarbuzz is an international solar energy marketing research and consulting company, staffed by an
enthusiastic and knowledgeable team drawn from some of the largest
companies in the solar energy industry today.
North American Board of Certified Energy Practioners (NABCEP)
http://www.nabcep.org
NABCEP is working to develop national,
credentialing and certifications for renewable energy professionals.
SustainableBusiness.com
http://www.sustainablebusiness.com/
SustainableBusiness.com is the one-stop source for daily sustainable business and investor news, events,
and networking: Green Dream Jobs, Progressive Investor and Business Connections.
GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL NEWS & INFO
Boulder Green Building Guild
http://www.bgbg.org/
The BGBG is an association of building professionals dedicated to promoting healthier, resource-efficient homes and work
places. The website is a wealth of information on local resources pertaining to all aspects of green building.
Grist Magazine
www.grist.org
“A beacon thru the Smog” is the slogan
of this great site. Grist is our first stop for daily environmental news,
delivered in an easy to digest format, with links to the source. All
with a refreshing sense of humor.
Treehugger
http://www.treehugger.com/
“The Future is Green. Find It Here.”
The definitive, modern yet green lifestyle filter. Daily updates range from renewable energy
breakthroughs to international designers using recycled materials.
Green Car Congress
http://www.greencarcongress.com
Technologies, issues and policies for sustainable mobility. Transportation choices have a
huge impact on our local and global envirioment. Learn about all the options here.
The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS)
http://www.ucsusa.org/
A fantastic resource providing a scientific, practical perspective on a myriad of environmental
issues facing the world today.
Contact Info
Namaste Solar
Electric, Inc.
2639 Spruce Street, Boulder, CO 80302
Tel: (303) 447-0300 | Fax: (303) 443-8855
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