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  • Fayette looks to become leader in energy efficiency

    Representatives of energy-producing industries, along with elected officials and economic development leaders, say people power is part of the equation in making Fayette County a leader in energy efficiency. The Private Industry Council hosted representatives of the natural gas, solar, geothermal, coal, electric and wind power industries at an energy summit Thursday afternoon at Penn State ...

    The Uniontown Herald Standard

  • Energy efficiency is to be rewarded

    The considerable shift within the Irish construction industry towards energy efficient building design is being acknowledged by a newly launched awards scheme, writes David Dwane.

    Western People

  • GE, EDF Collaborate to Improve Energy Efficiency, Reduce Costs for Cities, Universities, Private Industry

    FAIRFIELD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In an effort to help cities, universities, customers and members of private industry improve energy efficiency and cut costs, GE (NYSE: GE) and Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) are collaborating to identify energy savings opportunities for partners. Through New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s Hospital Challenge, Continuum Health Partners’ (CHP) Roosevelt ...

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  • What Kind of Green Jobs Most Interest You?

    On Monday, Amy told you about some resources to help you learn about and find green jobs. "Green jobs" is a broad term, and there are opportunities for people with all types of skills.

    What kind of green jobs most interest you?

    Each Thursday, you have the chance to share your thoughts on a question about energy efficiency or renewable energy for consumers. Please comment with your answers, and also feel free to respond to other comments.

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  • Bringing Better Information to the Energy Savers Crowd

    One of the most fun things I get to do in my work in the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) is go to exciting public events to help get some of our best educational resources into the hands of the public. These outreach events run the gamut from sustainability expos and Earth Day celebrations to home shows and energy-efficient building showcases. It's great to get out of the office and get some real face time with the people of all ages who visit our booth – and it never ceases to amaze me how knowledgeable and interested most consumers are in improving the ways they use energy in their homes and businesses.

    Visitors to the Solar Decathlon in Washington D.C. last year might have seen a fantastic exhibit called Anatomy of a House, which we feature at some of the larger events we attend. It's an interactive house that visitors can walk through to learn more about all sorts of energy efficiency technologies that can help them save energy and money, including high-efficiency insulation, windows, lighting, heating and cooling systems, and home appliances. The hands-on experience inspires people to learn more about these everyday products, which they start to see in a new light—and it often stimulates them to start asking more questions.

    Some of most frequent questions we get at these outreach events are:

    • How can I learn more about things I can do right away to start saving money on my energy bill?
    • What are the tax incentives I can use to help finance my home improvements?
    • Are there still incentives available for purchasing Energy Star appliances in my state?
    • How can I learn more about installing solar panels on my house?

    The first resource I always direct people toward to help them start saving money today on their energy bill is our Energy Savers Booklet (PDF 3.5 MB). Just in the first few pages it provides everything a smart consumer needs to know to get started on the road to energy efficiency. Some of the tips on low-cost and no-cost ways to save energy include installing programmable thermostats, ENERGY STAR CFLs, and power strips. After following the initial no-brainers, the Booklet goes on to recommend doing a home energy assessment to evaluate your individual home to target the best ways to upgrade its energy efficiency.

    On the tax question, the federal government offers energy efficiency tax credits through the IRS, and we promote these credits to encourage people to get smart about energy savings. The incentive credits you 30% of the cost of eligible energy-efficient products (up to a $1,500 total credit) or renewable energy systems (with no upper limit) toward your income taxes. Since it's July, you have plenty of time to select the money-saving consumer energy products that make the most sense for your home. But don't wait too long; currently the energy efficiency credits are set to expire at the end of the year. Consult with a tax expert when planning your purchases.

    Another common question we get at events is about rebates on ENERGY STAR® appliances available through state programs. Although many states have already fully subscribed their programs due to strong consumer interest, many states still have great rebate programs open for business.

    Finally, lots of people want to find out more about putting photovoltaic solar panels on their homes. Our Energy Savers website has some good tips for homeowners thinking about taking that next step toward energy independence with a solar energy system. EERE also puts out A Homebuilder's Guide to Going Solar (PDF 1.6 MB), as well as Own Your Power! A Consumer Guide to Solar Electricity for the Home (PDF 3.4 MB). These are great resources to help homeowners to educate themselves on the economics of solar, finding an installer, and planning a project.

    Working on energy efficiency at home and in the community couldn't be more rewarding, and we'll hope to see you out there doing the same!

    Eric Barendsen is a communications specialist and Presidential Management Fellow with EERE's Technology Advancement and Outreach office in Washington, D.C.

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  • Greening Your Job: Careers in Energy

    Recently a friend considering switching careers asked me about job opportunities in renewables and efficiency—often referred to as green jobs. My friend was aware that there was a lot of focus around the country on being green, and that that focus was leading to growth in green jobs. But she admitted to being a little confused as to just what might constitute a green job. And, with a background in accounting, she couldn't help but wonder if a green job was really out of her reach.

    I was excited to be able to point her to some great new fact sheets available through the EERE website that highlight both renewable energy and energy efficiency related careers. One of these fact sheets, entitled Green Energy Technologies Create Green Jobs (PDF 1.6 MB) , provides an interesting way to define the term green jobs:

    Technologies that improve energy efficiency or enable greater use of renewable energy help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Employment opportunities connected to the development and deployment of these technologies fit under the 'green jobs' umbrella.

    Reading through the other fact sheets on at the site, you quickly realize that the green jobs umbrella is pretty darn big, encompassing a variety of careers from solar panel installers to workers who make drilling equipment for geothermal wells to bus or fleet drivers whose vehicles use advanced fuels. And while many of these jobs will require highly technical skills, these fact sheets make clear that green jobs aren't only for those with technical backgrounds. The green economy, it turns out, needs accountants, too!

    The information on green jobs available through these fact sheets doesn't stop at simple definitions. Depending on the fact sheet you choose, you'll find information for green job seekers on the type of work available within a particular field, tips on the level of education employers typically seek, information on available certifications, and even links to online training resources available directly through the EERE.

    If one of these green job fact sheets convinces you to further pursue a career in energy, there are more resources available to assist you through the EERE website. There's general information on energy-related education, training and professional development or more specific training resources dealing directly with wind or solar energy. Or, if you've already got the training you need, you can search for jobs through the Department of Energy or other public and private sector organizations.

    Amy Foster Parish is on staff with the Washington State University Extension Energy Program and answers inquiries through the EERE Information Center.

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  • What is a energy efficiency surveyor and what do they do?

    I had a guy knock on my door and say, hey, i am a energy efficiency surveyor. And I said, well done, very nice. Is that a real job.

  • What is the energy efficiency of Biodiesel and Biomass?

    Hi, for a science project I have, I need to find the energy efficiency of biodiesel and biomass. Does anyone know what that would be?

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