Reese-Marshall Learning Center

Favorite Links

Thanks to a local teacher who has been working on energy related projects in her classroom, we have been provided with a "Top 10" resource list to share on our websites. What about #10? We challenge any of you to add your favorite. Just click contact us — and send in your ideas!

Energy Efficient Appliances/Using Them More Efficiently:

1. http://www.appliancepartspros.com/a-guidebook-to-energy-efficient-appliances.aspx
2. http://appliancehelp.com/resources/Energy-Saving-Tips.aspx
3. http://www.delmarfans.com/energy-efficient-home-lighting/

Home Energy Saving Tips:

4. http://www.partselect.ca/resources/Home-Energy-Saving-Tips.aspx

Energy Facts and Information:

Many of us do not even know very much about where energy comes from, or how it is made. The resource is meant to shine light on where energy comes from, ans well as information about saving energy, energy efficiency, and household appliances.

5. http://www.easyapplianceparts.com/resources/Facts-And-Information-All-About-Energy.aspx

Energy Conservation:

6. http://www.dialcomfort.com/fastest-solution-to-energy-crisis-become-an-energy-conservation-professional.html

Recycling:

These resources are very informative on recycling, teaching kids about it, and helpful for teachers too. A very thorough page, in an unexpected place:

7. http://www.packnboxnow.com/library/teaching_kids_about_recycling.htm
8. http://www.connecticutplastics.com/resources/connecticut-plastics-learning-center/paper-plastic-and-more-a-kids-guide-to-recycling--environmental-conservation/
9. http://valuestockguide.com/recycling-saves-money/

Your ideas:

10. Put Your Best Idea Here — contact us with your suggestion!

There are so many resources to be found on the web for the energy consumer. Government and non-profits alike offer troves of efficiency,

  • Energy Savers The best all-around website on energy efficiency.
  • New York Energy Research and Development Authority New York's "go to" energy website. Learn about NY State programs that encourage efficiency and smart energy use, great energy saving tips, and more!
  • Energy Star® is a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency.
  • U.S. Department of Energy This website has lots of consumer information about energy. There is a special section for kids too!
  • Oil Heat America answers all of your oil heat questions.
  • The Home Energy SaverTM calculator is designed to help consumers identify the best ways to save energy in their homes, and find the resources to make the savings happen.
  • The Alliance to Save Energy promotes energy efficiency worldwide to achieve a healthier economy, a cleaner environment and greater energy security.
  • Home Energy Magazine's mission is to disseminate objective and practical information on residential energy efficiency, performance, comfort, and affordability.
  • Weatherization Assistance Program Technical Assistance Center This site provides weatherization practitioners and other energy conservation professionals with information related to the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), its on-going operations, and its partnerships with stakeholders.
  • The Tax Incentives Assistance Project (TIAP) is sponsored by a coalition of public interest nonprofit groups, government agencies, and other organizations in the energy efficiency field. It is designed to give consumers and businesses information they need to make use of the federal income tax incentives for energy efficient products and technologies passed by Congress as part of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and subsequently amended several times.

Our trade and business associations also offer some very helpful info.

Here are some fun energy sites for kids: