Energy
California Center for Sustainable Energy
http://www.energycenter.org/
The California Center for Sustainable Energy (CCSE) is a non-profit organization dedicated to Greening Your WorldSM through public programs and services including free workshops, rebate programs, free shade trees, outreach events and public education.
EnergyStar.gov
http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=tools_resources.bus_energy_management_tools_resources
SDGE – Residential Rebates
http://sdge.com/residential/rebates.shtml
SDG&E offers rebates for the purchase and installation of qualifying energy-efficient measures. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are spent.
Tax-Exempt Customer Incentive Program (TEC)
http://www.sdenergy.org/ContentPage.asp?ContentID=328&SectionID=325
Who can participate?
Selected tax-exempt organizations, including military, public or private K-12 schools and local governments, within the SDG&E territory are eligible.
Why participate?
You’ll save money through reduced energy costs with financial incentives and product discounts that can dramatically shorten the payback period. It’s like getting paid to be energy efficient!
Green Building
U.S. Green Building Council – San Diego Chapter
http://www.usgbc-sd.org/
Greener Buildings News
http://www.greenerbuildings.com/
The resource center for environmentally responsible building development.
Landscaping
Cool Communities FREE Shade Tree Program
http://www.sdenergy.org/ContentPage.asp?ContentID=38&SectionID=31
The California Center for Sustainable Energy is giving away over 14,000 shade trees to single-family homes, multi-family buildings, public agencies, non-profits and K-12 schools throughout Orange and San Diego counties (must be an SDG&E customer). This program runs through the end of 2008, so hurry and apply for your free shade trees today!
The California Friendly Garden Guide
www.bewaterwise.com
Searchable plant database and other useful features.
The Landscape Watering Calculator
http://apps.sandiego.gov/landcalc
Online calculator computes individualized watering requirements
http://www.thegarden.org/waterWise.html
Tips for Xeriscape landscaping
http://www.sdcwa.org/manage/conservation-xeriscape.phtml
News
Environmental News Network
http://www.enn.com/
http://www.treehugger.com/
TreeHugger is a media outlet dedicated to driving sustainability mainstream. Partial to a modern aesthetic, we strive to be a one-stop shop for green news, solutions, and product information.
Recycling
City of San Diego’s Environmental Services Department Recycling Guide
http://www.sandiego.gov/environmental-services/recycling/pdf/recycguide.pdf
This is a great PDF on recycling, very important information on what can and CAN NOT be put in the trash bins.
Transportation
http://www.fueleconomy.gov/
Gas mileage (MPG), greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution ratings, and safety information for new and used cars and trucks
Fueling Alternatives – Vehicle Purchasing Incentives
http://www.sdenergy.org/ContentPage.asp?ContentID=473&SectionID=508
A total of $1.8 million was appropriated and directed toward vehicle incentive rebates to promote the use and production of alternative fuel vehicles.
Rebates of up to $5,000 are available for consumers who purchase or lease new eligible alternative fuel vehicles between May 24, 2007 and March 31, 2009 or until funding runs out*. Applicant and vehicle eligibility requirements are specified in the CARB Alternative Fuel Vehicle Incentive Program (AFVIP) guidelines (Guidelines).
San Diego County Bicycle Coalition
http://www.sdcbc.org/
A non-profit organization dedicated to making bicycling better in San Diego.
Water
20 Gallon Challenge
http://www.20gallonchallenge.com