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California currently faces serious energy challenges. Individual Californians can do their part and contribute to energy conservation, while saving themselves money, simply by following the suggestion in these documents.

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Air ConditioningLearn about various types of air conditioning systems and how to maintain your air conditioner, hire professional air conditioning services, select a new air conditioner, and ensure that your new air conditioner is properly installed.
Cooling Your Home NaturallyAn alternative way to maintain a cool house or reduce air-conditioning use is natural (or passive) cooling. Passive cooling uses non mechanical methods to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature.
Geothermal Heat PumpsGeothermal heat pumps use the Earth as a heat sink in the summer and a heat source in the winter, and therefore rely on the relative warmth of the earth for their heating and cooling production.
Landscaping for Energy EfficiencyLandscaping may be your best long-term investment for reducing heating and cooling costs, while also bringing other improvements to your community
Energy Efficient LightingTechnologies developed during the past 10 years can help us cut lighting costs 30% to 60% while enhancing lighting quality and reducing environmental impacts.
Photovoltaics : Basic Design Principles and ComponentsIf you are thinking of generating your own electricity, you should consider a photovoltaic (PV) system—a way to generate electricity by using energy from the sun.
Automatic and Programmable ThermostatsLearn essential information about thermostats to help you reduce your energy costs.
Residential Solar Heating CollectorsLearn about the various types of solar collectors used for residences.
Energy-Efficient Water HeatingWater heating accounts for about a seventh of your energy bill. Several measures can help you decrease water-heating costs in your home.
Installing And Using A Whole House FanA whole house fan is a simple and inexpensive method of cooling a house.
Advances in Glazing Materials for WindowsToday, several types of advanced glazing systems are available to help control heat loss or gain.
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Tools and Resources
Home Energy-Efficiency Survey Take a few minutes to analyze your home's energy efficiency and learn ways to save.
SCE SpanishEnergy information in Spanish.
SCE ChineseEnergy information in Chinese.
SCE KoreanEnergy information in Korean.
Appliance CalculatorsEvaluate the energy costs and potential savings of these home appliances: Refrigerators, Heating and Cooling Systems, Room Air Conditioning, Clothes Washers, Clothes Dryers and Thermostats.
Residential Energy GuideA step-by-step guide to smart energy use.
Home WeatherizationStart fixing those leaks around doors and vents.
Energy-Efficient New HomesLearn more about our Comfort Home/ENERGY STAR New Homes Program and locate energy-efficient new homes in your area.
Energy Commission's "your california home"What you can do to save money and energy in your home.
LBNL's "Home Energy Saver"Find the best ways to save energy in your home.
EPA's "Home Improvement Toolbox"Use these tools to help you save energy and money when remodeling, repairing or improving your home.
ASE's "Home Energy Checkup"You can select from among 14 kinds of energy efficiency choices, see how much money and pollution you can save, find out where to get energy efficient products, and get tips on how to act on your choices.


Related Links
ENERGY STAR® Information on the name behind quality energy-efficient products.
Renewable Energy Information Information on rebates and incentives in choosing green power
Flex Your PowerA campaign sponsored by the Office of the Governor. Offers useful information from energy-saving tips to how to file for rebates and get help with your utility bill.
California Public Utilities CommissionProvides overviews of statewide energy-efficiency programs, information about summer 2001 initiatives and statistics on potential energy savings.
http://www.energy.govOfficial site of the US department of energy



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