Energy Conservation Links
Use this resource to find a variety of on-line energy conservation information for homes and businesses.- Appliances
egov.oregon.gov/ENERGY/CONS/RES/tax/appliances.shtml
Get tax credits for qualifying appliances through Oregon Department of Energy
www.energystar.gov/
Lists energy efficient appliances and products. - Home & business energy use
http://hes.lbl.gov/hes/vh.shtml
A do-it-yourself home energy audit. Calculates energy use based on individual input that customizes the home and energy use habits. Compares the energy cost between the customized home and an energy efficient home. SUB customers should input an energy cost of $0.0463/kWh in item 17.
www.energyguide.com/default.asp
Another online energy analysis tool for homes and businesses. - Heating & cooling costs
www.wapa.gov/es/calc.htm
The "Heating System Fuel Cost Calculator" and the "Air Conditioning System Cost Calculator" compares the annual operating costs of different heating and cooling systems.
SUB's residential electric rate is $0.0463/kWh. SUB's other rates are listed here.
NW Natural Gas Company's rates are shown at
www.nwnatural.com/cms300/uploadedfiles/242ai.pdf .
Links to other utilities may be found at
www.energyideas.org/pages/default.cfm?o=h,a,ps&c=z,z,46
- General energy info
www.energyideas.org/
The Energy Ideas Clearinghouse is an extensive technical resource operated and managed by the Washington State University Extension Energy Program.
http://cec.ishow.com/
Features short on-line training video clips on topics ranging from home weatherization and selecting windows to home heating systems. - Insulation
www.grassroots.ca/homeowner_help_articles/insulation-explained_v2.html
A comprehensive discussion about different kinds of insulation and how to choose among them. - Educational Fun & Games
www.energyhog.org
Attention kids and fun-loving adults! Includes fun interactive games that teach how to get rid of energy hogs. Become an official Energy Hog Buster and print out your personalized certificate.
www.energyquest.ca.gov/games/index.html
Lots more games and puzzles about energy and science!
www.bpa.gov/Energy/N/education/
Links to energy education resources for elementary and secondary students as well as teachers.