Resources

Owens Valley Contractor & Vendors Association:

For more information about OVCVA, visit their website, ocvca.org or call 760.873.7000

October 7 Energy Efficiency Workshop:

• Southern California Edison Perspective pdf #1

• Overview of Title 24 by the California Energy Commission pdf #2

• Marin County Energy Budget Approach pdf #3

• City of Santa Monica Green Buildings Program pdf #4

California Regulatory Agencies:

The California Energy Commission has a wealth of information on California’s energy strategy, including renewables.

The California Public Utilities Commission regulates the investor owned utilities in the state and is a source of information on energy efficiency and demand reduction programs.
 

Geothermal Information:

August 24 Iceland Presentation: Kicking The Oil Habit With Geothermal Energy

Reykjavik Energy operates the largest geothermal heating district in the world.

Iceland America and Enex are involved in developing geothermal projects around the world:

• Iceland America Energy

• Enex

Energy Nonprofits:

The Energy Coalition is a California nonprofit that has worked closely with several cities in developing Community Energy partnerships.

The Energy Foundation is a partnership of major foundations interested in sustainable energy

This is an interesting site that highlights a variety of issues on the environment, water, and energy use.
 

Energy Efficiency:

This Department of Energy site discusses energy efficiency goals for home and appliances.

This site also publishes a weekly newsletter on renewable energy.