Bioenergy Association Of New Zealand (Banz): This site is hosted by the Australian Gas Association (AGA) to promote and develop all sectors of the gas industry and provide a wide range of member services, including technical support. |
Build A Better Kitsap: trade association to the U.K. bioenergy industry. |
Built Green Colorado: Kitsap County HBA, WA |
California Green Builder: Southwestern WA / (added 09/2005) |
Earth Craft House: |
Ethanol Producers And Consumers (Epac): Greater Atlanta HBA / (added 09/2005) |
Florida Association Of Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors: / (added 09/2005) |
National Association Of Wheat Growers(Nawg): Builders Assn of the Hudson Valley |
National Corn Growers Association(Ncga): |
National Ethanol Vehicle Coalition: |
National Ground Water Association (Ngwa): |
Renewable Fuels Association: |
United Bioenergy Commercialization Association (Ubeca): The Wind Energy Trade Association |
United Soybean Board: |
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Non-Profit Renewable (Alternate) Organizations
(Aha) American Hydrogen Association: is a non-profit association of individuals and institutions, technical and non-technical, who are dedicated to the advancement of inexpensive, clean and safe hydrogen energy systems. |
(Ciesin) Consortium For International Earth Science Information Network: |
(Eaa) Electric Automobile Association: an organization since 1967 that has been a great resource for those interested in Evs and they want to help you drive an EV today. |
3e Strategies: is a non-profit in Bend concentrating on responsible lifestyles, including energy issues. |
Acee (American Council For An Energy-Eficient Economy) : nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing energy efficiency as a means of promoting both economic prosperity and environmental protection. / (added 09/2005) |
African Wind Energy Association Afriwea: AfriWEA is a non-profit organisation formed in 2002 to encourage manufacturers, developers, governments, renewable energy owners and individuals to promote and support wind energy development on the African continent. |
Alliance For Affordable Energy: The Alliance is a non-profit, public interest, membership organization dedicated to creating fair, affordable, environmentally responsible, |
Alliance For Bio-Integrity: community-based energy policies for Louisiana and the nation. Founded in 1985, today the Alliance serves Louisiana’s 1.8 million electric and gas rate payers by promoting citizen participation in the decision-making process, conducting community education campaigns on energy issues, helping citizens and businesses become more energy efficient, and working together for lower energy bills. Located in New Orleans, Louisiana |
Alliance For The Wild Rockies: |
Alternative Energy Institute : |
Alternative Technology Association: Alternative Energy Institute is a non-profit organization that promotes renewable energy technologies. |
American Council For An Energy-Efficient Economy (Aceee): is an Australian community group that aims to use and promote technology working in harmony with the environment. |
American Council For An Energy-Efficient Economy (Aceee) : nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing energy efficiency as a means of promoting both economic prosperity and environmental protection. / (added 09/2005) |
American Forests : ACEEE is a non-profit organisation dedicated to advancing energy efficiency as a means of promoting both economic prosperity and environmental protection. It conducts technical and policy assessments, and offers advice and information. |
American Hydrogen Association (Aha): |
American Water Works Association (Awwa): is a non-profit association of individuals and institutions, technical and non-technical, who are dedicated to the advancement of inexpensive, clean and safe hydrogen energy systems. |
American Wind Energy Association (Awea): The American Wind Energy Association advocates the development of wind energy as a reliable energy alternative in the United States and around the world. |
Andrew Keefe: A nonprofit organization that promotes wind power. Excellent source of news on projects and growth of wind energy in the USA as well as the world. Joining their mailing list discussion group for small wind energy systems is a must if you are considering putting up a wind turbine. |
Appliance Recycling Centers Of America (Arca): describes an undergraduate project entitled "Improving Hill Tribe Education with Solar Power" that took place on the Thai-Burmese border in 2001. / (added 09/2005) |
Arcosanti : |
Arizona Solar Center : |
Association Of World Citizens : Non-profit organization with information and links. |
Australian Ecogeneration Association: Non-profit research, development and demonstration Cooperative Research Centre (universities, companies, electricity suppliers) |
Australian Environment : An independent, non-profit industry organisation, which encourages the growth of cogeneration and represents the interests of cogenerators and distributed generators. |
Awea (American Wind Energy Association): |
Awwa (American Water Works Association): A nonprofit organization that promotes wind power. Excellent source of news on projects and growth of wind energy in the USA as well as the world. Joining their mailing list discussion group for small wind energy systems is a must if you are considering putting up a wind turbine. / (added 09/2005) |
Basea (Boston Area Solar Energy Association): BAFF initiates and supports projects to develop the production and use of biofuels. / (added 09/2005) |
Beyond Pesticides : encourages the use of solar and other renewable energy sources in the greater Boston area through educational and service activities. Located in Somerville, Massachusetts |
Bioiesel America: BAFF initiates and supports projects to develop the production and use of biofuels. |
Boston Area Solar Energy Association (Basea): BlackRhinoceros gathers in one place over a thousand links to online Action Alerts in these areas of environmental concern: Biodiversity, Conservation, Energy, Environmental Justice, Habitat and Pollution. / (added 09/2005) |
Botanic Gardens Conservation International : encourages the use of solar and other renewable energy sources in the greater Boston area through educational and service activities. Located in Somerville, Massachusetts |
California Global Warming Campaign: California Cars Initiative, advocacy and technology development for "gas-optional or plug-in" hybrid vehicles. |
California Hydrogen Business Council: |
California League Of Conservation Voters (Clcv): a nonprofit for educating the public, journalists and government officials on the approaching hydrogen economy. |
California Zev Alliance: |
CampUS Green Vote : Large Scale Grid-Tied Demonstration Photovoltaic Project website documents the design, installation, and on going performance of a 20 kW photovoltaic array located in Grand Rapids Michigan. / (added 09/2005) |
Center For Social And Economic Research On The Global Environment : |
Centre For Alternative Technology : nonprofit organization in Orlando, Florida dedicated to promoting renewable energy through public awareness, political advocacy, and individual initiative. / (added 09/2005) |
NEW Clean Energy Now: After seven years the Cape Wind project is coming to the end of the regulatory review process and getting closer than ever to being built. The number of decisions, determinations, statements, certificates and milestones, since the project was first proposed in 2001, has consistently found that the public interests would be served by this clean, renewable energy project. But the significant benefits from Cape Wind could be delayed by the well funded opponents, who have promised to drag this visionary project through a lengthy court battle, because they think that YOU and I are going to give up. |
Coalition For Clean Air: The Climate Group is a non-profit organisation working to harvest this knowledge. For the first time, the pioneering experience of corporations, governments and financiers across the globe will be captured, analyzed and made available for others to learn from. |
Common Purpose For Clean Energy: Renewable Energy Project: The Environmental Science Mobile Laboratory. PV, micro-wind, & biodiesel |
Ducks Unlimited : Nonprofit association promotes wind energy and publishes information on wind energy and wind turbines. |
Ecotrust : web based discussion forums for sustainable living and technology. |
Ef Schumacher Society: |
Electric Auto Association (Eaa): an educational non-profit organization founded in 1980. Our programs demonstrate that both social and environmental sustainability can be achieved by applying the values of human-scale communities and respect for the natural environment to economic issues. / (added 09/2005) |
Electric Boat Association Of The Americas: an organization since 1967 that has been a great resource for those interested in Evs and they want to help you drive an EV today. |
Endangered Species Coalition : EPRI is a non-profit organization committed to providing science and technology-based solutions to global energy customers. The EPRI site shares its wealth of scientific research, technology development, and product implementation to commercial and residential sectors. / (added 09/2005) |
Energy4younet: includes info for prospective solar energy system particularly PV owners and solar experts looking for informational resources |
Enersol Associates : looks at ways of improving efficiency around the home. We will also take a look at alternative energy sources. Such as solar and wind energy. |
Environment California : Nonprofit organization working to improve the quality of life in rural areas of developing countries by fostering the use of solar energy for rural development. |
Environmental Defense Fund: |
European Center For Nature Conservation : (German/English) since 1998 we have evolved into one of the largest fair and congress organizations specializing in the renewable energy and energy efficient building industry. |
Global Forest Watch : provides on-line information on green building and design including the Green Design Network with a Green Building Resource Center on-line newsletters Regional Resource Directories and more, as well as a link library and green bookstore. |
Global Green Usa: GFW tracks corporations, government agencies, and individuals that are sponsoring forest development, mapping out where these actors are operating, and monitoring the degree to which they follow management laws and regulations. |
Global Network For Environmental Technology : |
Global Response : |
Globe Program : Global Response gives you the names and addresses of people who are killing the Earth, educates you about the situation and encourages you to join their international network of dedicated activists. |
Green Energy Ohio: is a non-profit organization that promotes international community-based renewable energy projects. |
Green Institute: Green Energy Ohio is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting environmentally and economically sustainable energy policies and practices in Ohio Located in Cleveland, Ohio |
Green Net: The Green Institute is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote environmental stewardship and create economic opportunity through sustainable community development. We pursue this mission through programs, projects, and initiatives centering on sustainable development, energy conservation, recycling of materials, and other related efforts. Located in Minneapolis, Minnesota / (added 09/2005) |
Igshpa (International Ground Source Heat Pump Association): The International Conservation Awareness Network (ICAN21)is based in southwest England and holds conservation camps where you can take part in ecology and renewable energy projects. |
Illinois Renewable Energy Association: IGSHPA is a non-profit group that supports the ground source heat pump industry. / (added 09/2005) |
Indirail: A Clean Transportation System: IREA is a group of people who are interested in energy efficiency, renewable energy and earth friendly technology. |
Institute For Energy And Environmental Research: A University of Colorado at Boulder non-profit student organization dedicated to advancing the use and knowledge of biodiesel. Includes upcoming events, member profiles, and Project Yellow Bus, an effort to teach kids about renewable energy. |
International Fund For Animal Welfare (Ifaw) : The International Climate Change Partnership (ICCP) is a global coalition of companies and trade associations from diverse industries committed to constructive and responsible participation in the international policy process concerning global climate change. The ICCP recognizes that the continued growth in emissions of greenhouse gases is an important concern for all nations and that efforts are underway internationally and in national governments to develop policies that address this concern. Located in Pennsylvania, United States |
International Ground Source Heat Pump Association (Igshpa): / (added 09/2005) |
International Institute For Sustainable Development : The International Ground Source Heat Pump Association (IGSHPA) is a non-profit, member driven organization established in 1987 to advance geothermal heat pump (GHP) technology on local, state, national and international levels. |
Interstate Renewable Energy Council: nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of the thermoelectric industry, science, and technology. |
Iowa Renewable Energy Association : U.S. non-profit organization committed to accelerating the sustainable utilization of renewable energy. Information about incentives and other programs to encourage use of solar and other renewable energy. |
Jane Goodall Institute : Nonprofit organization promoting use of renewable energy and energy conservation in Iowa’s homes, farms, and schools. / (added 09/2005) |
Maine Interfaith Power And Light: an educational organization formed to promote the use of solar energy and to share information on the subject between its members and the public. |
Mid America Electric Auto Association: is committed to pursuing a vision that when achieved will result in solar electric power being accepted in the Pacific Northwest as an essential technology in the global energy mix. |
Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA): Non-profit organization founded in 1990 that promotes renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable living through education and demonstration. The MREA offers renewable energy workshops throughout the Midwest and hosts the annual Energy Fair each June in Custer, WI. |
Murdoch University Energy Research Institute: Grassroots organization founded in 1990 to promote the use of renewable energy solar power, wind power etc and host to the Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Fair held annually at Custer, WI |
National Association For Environmental Management : WebRAPS provides info and case studies of RE systems in Western Australia. See systems working on line and access performance data of RE systems. / (added 09/2005) |
National Environmental Education And Training Foundation : free information and impartial advice on solar, wind, hydropower, green electricity, wood heating, and biomass. |
Native Forest Network – International Environmental Forest Protection Group : The National Wildlife Federation explains the link between climate change Fish and wildlife. |
No Nukes Org : Nonprofit membership organization run by volunteers dedicated to expanding the development and commercialization of new industrial, energy, and non-food consumer uses of renewable agricultural, forestry, livestock and marine products. / (added 09/2005) |
North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association (Ncsea): |
Nrdc (Natural Resources Defense Council): A non-profit 501(c)(3) membership organization. It was founded in 1974 to foster the use of renewable and sustainable energy, the responsible use of non-renewable forms of energy, and to convey the value of these practices for the preservation of the environment. |
Ocean Conservancy : Information on renewable energy, energy conservation and the environmental impacts of energy emissions, from the Natural Resources Defense Council. |
Organic Consumers Association : OCF’s EP is a sustainable technology haven in the middle of the world’s best crafts/alternative fair. |
Palouse-Clearwater Environmental Institute: a Thailand-based non-profit project that provides technical support and advocacy for grid-interconnected small-scale renewable energy in SE Asia. / (added 09/2005) |
Planning And Conservation League: People For The Ethical Treatment Of Animals / (added 09/2005) |
Preferred Energy Incorporated (Pei): |
Public Interest Research Groups (Pirg): A non-profit organization that promotes renewable energy, energy efficiency and demand-side management in the Philippines. Site includes company information, projects, press releases, news and contact information. / (added 09/2005) |
Renew America: a grass-roots safe-energy organization. They promote renewables as an alternative to nuclear and fossil fuel. / (added 09/2005) |
Renew Wisconsin : |
Renewable Energy Long Island: Nonprofit organization promoting clean energy strategies for powering state’s economy in an environmentally responsible manner. |
Renewable Energy Vermont: the only membership-based not-for-profit organization on Long Island promoting clean, sustainable energy use and generation for Long Island. RELI seeks public participation in energy policy decisions to encourage energy efficiency, use of renewable energy sources, and to protect our environment, economy, and public health. |
Renewable Northwest Project: is dedicated to the promotion of renewable energy and the renewable energy industry in Montpelier, Vermont. |
Save Our Environment : Save Endangered Wild Places |
Sea Shepherd Conservation Society: |
Sea Tutle Restoration Project : The police of the sea. Send them money. You won’t be sorry. |
Self (Solar Electric Light Fund): |
Sesci (Solar Energy Society Of Canada Inc): is a non-profit charitable organization founded in 1990 to promote, develop, and facilitate solar rural electrification and energy self- sufficiency in developing countries. |
Smart Wood: Non-profit Canadian organization, working to promote the awareness, understanding and use of solar energy in Canada. Includes information on photovoltaic uses, cost, sizing, northern climate considerations, and third world applications. |
Solar Century: |
Solar Electric Light Fund Inc (Self): non-profit helps build markets for solar power. They feature a solar buyers club plus an investment forum. |
Solar Energy Society Of Canada Inc (Sesci): is a non-profit charitable organization founded in 1990 to promote, develop, and facilitate solar rural electrification and energy self- sufficiency in developing countries. |
Solar Living Institute: Nonprofit charitable organization established to advance the awareness, understanding and use of solar energy in Canada. / (added 09/2005) |
South African Wind Energy Association: introduces the public to the many resources offered by The Solar Living Institute. These include seasonal workshops in renewable energy applications; a 12-acre site demonstrating sustainable design techniques and technologies; and several public events including our annual SolFest and Earthday celebrations. Located in Hopland, California |
The Climate Group : is a climate change search space dedicated to promoting public policy that addresses global climate change through reductions in carbon and other emissions, energy conservation renewable energy sources and ending deforestation. |
The Earth Building Foundation: The Climate Group is a non-profit organisation working to harvest this knowledge. For the first time, the pioneering experience of corporations, governments and financiers across the globe will be captured, analysed and made available for others to learn from. |
The Farm : includes info for prospective solar energy system particularly PV owners and solar experts looking for informational resources |
The Solar Living Institute: The police of the sea. Send them money. You won’t be sorry. |
The Utility Reform Network: introduces the public to the many resources offered by The Solar Living Institute. These include seasonal workshops in renewable energy applications; a 12-acre site demonstrating sustainable design techniques and technologies; and several public events including our annual SolFest and Earthday celebrations. Located in Hopland, California |
United Nations Sustainable Development : formerly World Covervation Monitoring Centre. UNEP-WCMC, in partnership with the public and private sector, has commenced work on Project Proteus to develop a knowledge management system that will enable easy access to wide-ranging information and analytical services about the environment and the living world. |
University Leaders For A Sustainable Future : |
Utility Reform Network: Works In Partnership With More Than 275 Signatories Of The Talloires Declaration And Other Colleges And Universities Pursuing Sustainability. |
Weea (World Energy Efficiency Association): |
West Wales Eco Centre: WEEA is composed of developed and developing country institutions and individuals charged with increasing energy efficiency. Assist developing and industrializing countries in accessing information on energy efficiency. |
Wildlands Project : We’re spirited people protecting America’s Wilderness since 1935 through the potent combination of science, advocacy and education. Our Mission-Deliver to future generations an unspoiled legacy of wild places, with all the precious values they hold: Biological diversity; clean air and water; towering forests, rushing rivers, and sage-sweet, silent deserts. What We Do-We brings to bear our scientific expertise, analysis and bold advocacy at the highest levels to save, protect and restore America’s wilderness areas. / (added 09/2005) |
World Environmental Organization : WEEA is composed of developed and developing country institutions and individuals charged with increasing energy efficiency. Assist developing and industrializing countries in accessing information on energy efficiency. |
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Advanced Building Systems: Environmental Responsible Construction Materials – Aerated Autoclaved Concrete Blocks, Pre Insulated Light Gauge Steel Panels / (added 09/2005) |
Aep Agenzia Energetica Provincia Di Pisa – Italy: Pisa Energy Agency site with other Italian Energy sites |
Agriculture And Agri-Food Canada: The Canadian Government’s Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food promotes the development, adaptation and competitiveness of this sector through policies, programmes and services. A ‘one-stop’ electronic information service (ACEIS) at this address provides up-to-date information across the agriculture sector. |
Agriculture Industry Of The Future Office Of Industrial Technologies : The Office of Industrial Technologies (OIT) develops and delivers advanced energy efficiency, renewable energy and pollution prevention technologies for application in the U.S. industrial sector. Their web site features news, publications and information on all OIT programs. |
Altener: European Commission Programme aiming to increase use and market share of Renewable Energy Sources |
Association Of State Energy Research And Technology Transfer Institutions (Asertti): ASERTTI is a confederation of state and regional organizations with energy research and development and technology transfer responsibilities. Their web site focuses on contacting member organizations iinASERTTI and past meeting minutes. |
Austin Energy Green Building Program : Welcome to Austin Energy’s Green Building Program. If you’re a homeowner, renter or a member of the design and building profession, we have information to help you design and build with health, energy-efficiency and the environment in mind. The Austin Energy Green Building Program is nationally known for expertise in "green" residential and commercial construction |
Austin Sustainable Building Coalition Austin Texas: |
Australian Greenhouse Office: The Office has a range of programmes to reduce Australia’s greenhouse emissions in areas such as household action, sustainable transport, renewable energy and energy efficiency. |
Australian Institute Of Refrigeration, Air-Conditioning And Heating (Airah) : AIRAH aims to promote the practice and science of refrigeration, air-conditioning, heating, ventilation and allied building services. |
Bioenergy Austria: |
Biofuels For Sustainable Transportation (US Department Of Energy Office Of Energy Efficiency And Renewable Energy): |
Biomasster – The Netherlands: gives an overview of activities in the Netherlands in the area of bio-energy. Attention is given to the policy of bio-energy, to institutes and projects, which deal with research and development of bio-energy, and to the implementation projects in the Netherlands. / (added 09/2005) |
Building Codes Assistance Project: The Building Codes Assistance Project assists states in the development and implementation of statewide building energy codes. A listing of state-by-state code and legislation is offered. |
Bureau For International Research And Technology Cooperation: Bureau for International Research and Technology Cooperation – Austria / (added 09/2005) |
California Department Of Conservation Division Of Oil Gas And Geothermal Resources : |
Corporation For National Service: includes info on Vista, AmeriCorps, Learn & Serve, and SeniorCorps |
Danish Agricultural Council : The Council is the joint body representing the main organisations of the farming industry in its dealings with the Government, the Folketing, other industrial bodies and sections of the Danish community, as well as internationally. |
Danish Environmental Protection Agency (Epa) : The Danish Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) advises the Minister for Environment and Energy and administers legislation on the environment. The aim is to prevent and combat pollution of the water, soil and air. |
Danish Technological Institute : The Energy Division provides services that minimize energy consumption in buildings, industry and the transport sector and develops the competitiveness of enterprises from the point of view of energy. |
Database Of State Incentives For Renewable Energy (Dsire): / (added 09/2005) |
Department Of Trade And Industry (Dti): The Ministry responsible for UK Energy Policy. Their Web Site contains many policy documents and statistics. The on-line ‘Energy in Brief’ booklet of UK energy statistics is very useful. Check out New Review the quarterly newsletter on UK renewable energy projects. Highly recommended. / (added 09/2005) |
Direction Générale De L’energie Et Des Matières Premières (Dgemp): DGEMP is part of the French Ministry of Industry and provides information on the production and rational use of energy. |
Eere (Energy Efficiency And Renewable Energy): funded by the U.S. Dept. of Energy (DOE) is a source of free information on energy efficiency and renewable energy. |
Efficient Windows Collaborative: The U.S. Department of Energy’s Windows and Glazing Program sponsor the Efficient Windows Web Site. EWC members have made a commitment towards manufacturing and promoting energy efficient windows. This web site provides information on the benefits of energy-efficient windows, descriptions of how they work, and recommendations for their selection and use. / (added 09/2005) |
Energy Conservation Center (Ecc): ECC contributes to the efficient use of energy, protection of the global environment and sustainable development. The site publicizes community-based energy conservation activities in homes and the work place, includes information on energy conservation, survey results and energy management training. |
Energy Management Agency Of Gaia: Energy Management Agency of Vila Nova de Gaia in the North of Portugal / (added 09/2005) |
Environment Canada : Environment Canada is a science-based government department committed to protect and conserve the environment, with priorities set in the areas of climate change, clean air, clean water and preserving nature itself. |
Environmental Protection Agencey (Epa): Though they concern themselves with every aspect of energy use, this federal web site offers a large amount of information on energy for around your home or business. Since the EPA is a regulatory agency, there is also a large amount of information given on for energy standards and laws. / (added 09/2005) |
Epa (Environmental Protection Agency): Though they concern themselves with every aspect of energy use, this federal web site offers a large amount of information on energy for around your home or business. Since the EPA is a regulatory agency, there is also a large amount of information given on for energy standards and laws. |
European Union: This is the official climate change web site of the European Union, outlining Europe’s approach to this issue. |
Federal Energy Management Program: The FEMP initiated the You Have the Power Campaign, which helps agencies reach their energy-saving goals by raising awareness of energy efficiency activities at federal agencies. This web site spotlights the energy saving work of agency personnel and provides material for energy awareness campaigns. |
Finnish National Technology Agency (Tekes): Tekes is the main financing organisation for applied and industrial R&D in Finland. The Finnish Government provides the funding. |
Florida Green Building Coalition: Florida / (added 09/2005) |
Fonds Français Pour L’environnement Mondial (Ffem): The FFEM was set up to encourage efforts to protect the global environment in developing countries. It is working in connection with the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and provides grants to investment projects related to the greenhouse effect. |
German Hydrogen Association: The website of the German Hydrogen Association. Offers some items also in English. |
Government Of Canada: The official Government of Canada web site pertaining to climate change. |
Hydrogeochemical And Biogeochemical Studies Of Volcanic Geothermal And Selenium-Impacted Systems : |
Idaho National Engineering & Environmental Laboratory : Nuclear technology research & development facility run by the US Department of Energy. / (added 09/2005) |
Illinois: Chicago Clean Cities: |
Ineti The National Laboratory For Industrial Engineering And Technology – Portugal: |
International District Energy Association (Idea) : Fosters leadership in providing reliable, economical, efficient and environmentally sound district energy services; its vision is to advance global environmental quality through efficient district energy; IDEA produces papers, publications, conf.. |
Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC): The IREC’s mission is to accelerate the sustainable utilization of renewable energy sources and technologies in and through state and local government and community activities. |
Iowa General Assembly: This is the official web site for the state’s lawmaking authorities. The General Assembly consists of Iowa’s Senate and House of Representatives. Featured here are Iowa’s codes, laws, agencies, legislators and past and pending legislation. |
National Association Of State Energy Officials (Naseo): NASEO is a nonprofit organization whose membership includes energy officials from the state energy offices and affiliates from private and public sectors. NASEO is the state energy officials’ Washington voice on national energy issues. Their web site features daily news updates and a listing of updates of legislative committee activities. / (added 09/2005) |
National Conference Of State Legislatures: The NCSL web site provides personalized, comprehensive access for state legislators and legislative staff to NCSL information and reports, plus the ability to search more than 500,000 state documents encompassing legislative policy reports, current and past legislation, state statutes and 50-state surveys. The site also gives public users access to many NCSL reports, meetings schedule and is a gateway to state legislative sites. NCSL print publications can also be ordered. |
National Institute Of Environmental Health Sciences (Niehs): / (added 09/2005) |
National Institute Of Technology (Ti) Norway: TI provides professional expertise, technology skills and practical industry experience in support of small and medium-sized companies in Norway. |
Natural Resources Canada: NRCan provides information on climate change as it relates to energy, forestry, minerals and metals. |
Noaa Central Region – Des Moines Forecast Office : |
Northern Ireland (Department Of Economic Development): Northern Ireland – Department of Economic Development. |
Nrel (National Renewable Energy Laboratory): USA’s leading center for renewable energy research, NREL is developing new energy technologies to benefit both the environment and the economy. This site includes a useful section on the fundamentals of renewable energy. |
Ocean Energy Resources: This website serves as the only comprehensive on-line source of information on the myriad of federal and state laws and regulations which affect the licensing and sitting of ocean energy projects in the United States as well as the sale of power from those projects to electric utilities and consumers. |
Office Of Energy Efficiency (OEE): Natural Resources Canada’s OEE promotes the energy efficiency of homes, vehicles, businesses, institutions and governments. |
Opet Home Page: Organization for the Promotion of Energy Technologies – European Network aiming to promote the wider use of new and innovative energy technologies |
Oregon Department Of Energy: offers a little bit of everything. Find out about all the different state programs to help finance energy upgrades. There’s a story on the roots of the energy crisis. Warning: you need the latest version of Acrobat Reader to view some of the pages (anything with a .pdf extension). |
Renewable Resource Data Center (RREDC): This NREL-supported site provides a summary of renewable energy resources including solar flux and biomass data. |
Rredc (Renewable Resource Data Center ): This NREL-supported site provides a summary of renewable energy resources including solar flux and biomass data. |
Sandia National Laboratories Geothermal Research Department : / (added 09/2005) |
Sciencegov: Science.gov is a gateway to authoritative selected science information provided by U.S. Government agencies, including research and development results. |
Small Business Innovation Research Program And Technology Transfer Program: The SBIR and the STTR work to increase and develop the private sector commercialization of technology through increased small business participation. This web site lists conference dates and facts about the two programs. |
Suivi-Eolien : about wind energy production and development in France (in English and French) |
The Austin Sustainable Building Coalition Austin Texas: / (added 09/2005) |
The Danish Environmental Protection Agency (Epa) : The Danish Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) advises the Minister for Environment and Energy and administers legislation on the environment. The aim is to prevent and combat pollution of the water, soil and air. |
The Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC): The IREC’s mission is to accelerate the sustainable utilization of renewable energy sources and technologies in and through state and local government and community activities. |
The Tribal Energy and Environmental Information Clearinghouse (TEEIC) provides information about the environmental effects of energy development on tribal lands. The site includes information about energy resource development and associated environmental impacts and mitigation measures; guidance for conducting site-specific environmental assessments and developing monitoring programs; information about applicable federal laws and regulations; and federal and tribal points of contact. |
US Department Of Energy Photovoltaics Program : Official web site of the US Department of Energy’s Photovoltaics Program, including news and information. |
US Department Of The Interior: |
US Department Of Transportation: The Department conducts a wide-range of programmes and activities in the area of Transportation. |
US Energy Information Administration : Statistical agency of the U.S. Department of Energy provides policy independent data, forecasts, and analyses. |
Weatherization Assistance Program Technical Assistance Center : Site targets WAP sub grantees with press releases, pictures and ideas for getting the word out about the national weatherization program. Weatherization Works |
Wind Energy In California: California Energy Commission (USA) |
World Renewable Energy Congress / Network (Wrec / Wren): WREN is a major non-profit organization registered in the United Kingdom with charitable status and affiliated to UNESCO, the Deputy Director General of which is its honorary President. It has a Governing Council, an Executive Committee and a Director General. It maintains links with many United Nations, governmental and non-governmental organisations. |
Wrec / Wren (World Renewable Energy Congress / Network): WREN is a major non-profit organization registered in the United Kingdom with charitable status and affiliated to UNESCO, the Deputy Director General of which is its honorary President. It has a Governing Council, an Executive Committee and a Director General. It maintains links with many United Nations, governmental and non-governmental organisations. |
What is Ocean Power?
Ocean energy draws on the energy of ocean through two basic ways. One way is thermal energy. Thermal energy is provided by the sun. We harness the energy that is stored in the surface layers of the ocean. The second way is mechanical energy which come from tides and waves. |
Hydropower Energy |
The term geothermal comes from the Greek geo meaning earth and therine meaning heat thus geothermal energy is energy derived from the natural heat of the earth. The earth’s temperature varies widely, and geothermal energy is usable for a wide range of temperatures from room temperature to well over 300° F. For commercial use, a geothermal reservoir capable of providing hydrothermal (hot water and steam) resources is necessary. Geothermal reservoirs are generally classified as being either low temperature (<150° C) or high temperature (>150° C). Generally speaking, the high temperature reservoirs are the ones suitable for, and sought out for commercial production of electricity. Geothermal reservoirs are found in “geothermal systems” which are regionally localized geologic settings where the earth’s naturally occurring heat flow is near enough to the earth’s surface to bring steam or hot water to the surface. Examples of geothermal systems include the Geysers Region in Northern California, the Imperial Valley in Southern California, and the Yellowstone Region in Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. Read more of the Article |
more Hydropower Energy links |
Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) |
The water at the surface of the ocean is warmer than the water at deeper depths. This temperature difference can be used by Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) systems to generate electricity. Warm water from the surface and cold water pumped from deeper depths can be utilized by three types of OTEC systems. Open-cycle OTEC uses the seawater itself as the working fluid by boiling it at low pressures. This produces low-pressure steam that passes through a turbine generator to produce electricity. The cold water is used to condense the vapor back to a liquid. Closed-cycle OTEC uses warm surface water to vaporize a low-boiling point working fluid, such as ammonia. The expanding vapor of the working fluid drives a turbine generator to produce electricity. The cold water is used to condense the vapor back to a liquid, which is recycled by the system. Hybrid systems employ both closed-cycle and open-cycle systems. OTEC systems are currently in the research and demonstration stage of development. Read more of this article |
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Tidal Energy |
There are basically two methodologies for creating tidal power: the use of tidal dams or ocean currents. Dams are based on using a barrage at a bay or estuary with a large tidal range. Power is generated primarily at ebb tides as the barrage creates a significant head of water, much like a hydroelectric dam. Read more of this article |
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Wave Energy |
Ocean waves are caused by the wind as it blows across the sea. Waves are a powerful source of energy. The problem is that it’s not easy to harness this energy and convert it into electricity in large amounts. Thus, wave power stations are rare.
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Water Energy — Wave Power
Ocean Power Delivery Ltd: Lab part of the Department of Ocean Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. / (added 09/2005) |
Sde Ltd, Sea Wave Power Plants: Headquarters for the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC). |
Wired News: An Ocean Of Renewable Energy: European association of Universities in marine technology and related sciences. / (added 09/2005) |
Water Energy — Wave Power Videos
New Invention [wave powered generator] From: swellfuel Pandora’s Box is a homemade invention to make electricty from ocean waves. For more information:
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Ocean Wave Energy – Lecture From: google Max Carcas from Ocean Power Delivery is speaker For more information: |
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The Wave Dragon, Wave Energy Converter From: larsjohnny A European Commission video that introduces the Wave Dragon wave energy converter For more information: |
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Water Energy — Ocean Power Videso
Renewable Energy From the Deep Ocean From: TJPlocek Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) process and an ideal location in Puerto Rico For more information:
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Water Energy — HydroPower Videos
Build your Micro Hydro Generator Turgo Alternatives Energy From: energieag The Turgo turbine is an impulse type turbine; water does not change pressure as it moves through the turbine blades. The water’s potential energy is converted to kinetic energy with a nozzle. The high speed water jet is then directed on the turbine blades which deflect and reverse the flow. The resulting impulse spins the turbine runner, imparting energy to the turbine shaft. Water exits with very little energy. Turgo runners may have an efficiency of over 90%. |
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Microhydropower: a backyard water power generator From: faircompanies
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Water Energy — TITLE
British Tidal And Wave Energy Report: By Andy Darvill |
Canadian Hydraulics Centre: Article from Ship of Opportunity program sponsored by World Meteorological Organization and Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of Unesco. |
Center For Applied Coastal Research Home Page |
Civil Engineering At Texas A&M : By Les Duckers |
Delft Hydraulics’ Home Page : Website sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory providing information on OTEC. |
Department Of Civil And Offshore : Product offered by Teamwork Techniek for harnessing the power of the waves. |
Dgxii – Marine Science & Technology Programme: Hydraulic engineering laboratory with expertise and experience in physical and numerical modeling, analysis and field studies to solve a wide range of hydraulic engineering problems. |
Dhi – The Institute For Water And Environment : Interdisciplinary center provides focal point for research in coastal processes and coastal engineering. |
Electricity From The Sea: Official website of Civil Engineering Department. |
Icce 2000 Sydney : Provider of courses in civil engineering and related disciplines. |
Ifremer : Provider of information about research at the European Commission. y |
MIT Tow Tank Homepage : Technical discussion, photograph, and description of planned refurbishing. (December, 1996) |
National Data Buoy Center : Navy lab responsible for the research, development, testing, and evaluation of ships, submarines and other marine technologies. |
Norwegian Marine Technology Research Institute : Official website of International Conference on Coastal Engineering. |
Ocean Wave Energy Co : Official website of the French Institute for Ocean Research. |
Oceanweather Inc : Website of the Department of Hydraulic Engineering provides a browser based information system, containing information regarding Coastal & Port Engineering, as it is taught at IHE-Delft. |
Offshore Engineering Information Bulletin (Sample Issue) : Website provides information on course selections taught by MIT Ocean Engineering Department Design Lab faculty and staff. |
Scripps Institution Of Oceanography : Home page of the MIT Department of Ocean Engineering Towing (Testing) Tank. |
The Department Of Civil And Offshore : Provider of research services, including marine technology research and development services, to national and international companies and authorities. |
The Wave Power Group : Official website of Ocean Engineering program. |
Tidal Electric Inc : Researcher and developer of Ocean Wave Energy Converters(OWECs). The OWECs produce electricity and hydrogen for fuel. Products are sold to the energy and marine industries. This company was capitalized by private investment. |
Uee Wave And Tidal Energy Exchange : Scripps Institution of Oceanography is one of the oldest, largest, and most important centers for marine science research, graduate training, and public service in the world. |
Waterways Experiment Station (Cewes) : Provider of courses in civil engineering and related disciplines. |
Wave Power Group : Technical discussion of tidal power generation, the business environment, and the identification of potential sites worldwide. |
Wegemt – Network Of Universities In Europe : Describes a hybrid tidal electric power plant, utilizing electrode-less electrolysis to produce hydrogen as a second fuel for the plant. |
Water Energy — Tidal Power Energy
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