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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Energy Star Offers and Rebates
www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?fuseaction=rebate.rebate_locator
List of available rebates and special offers for buying Energy Star-certified appliances, customized to your zip code |
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ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability USA
www.icleiusa.org/
ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability (ICLEI) is a membership association of local governments committed to advancing climate protection and sustainable development. Since its inception in 1990, ICLEI has grown to include over 1,100 cities in the world, more than 600 of which are in the United States. |
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City of Chicago Natural Resources & Water Quality
www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/doe/provdrs/nat_res.html
Good local resources for water conservation, with volunteer opportunities |
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Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning
www.goto2040.org/ideazone/forum.aspx?id=850
Long-range stormwater planning for Cook County |
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Chicago Weather & Precipitation Info
www.idcide.com/weather/il/chicago.htm
Current Chicago weather with typical precipitation and temperature information by month |
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H2ouse Water Saver Home
h2ouse.org
Fun interactive tour showing where your house may be wasting water, as well as water saving tips and water-conserving garden ideas |
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Texas Guide to Rainwater Harvesting
www.twdb.state.tx.us/publications/reports/RainwaterHarvestingManual_3rdedition.pdf
Comprehensive PDF guide to capturing and storing rainwater |
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency WaterSense Program
epa.gov/watersense/water_efficiency/what_you_can_do.html
Useful water conservation information |
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Water Use It Wisely
www.WaterUseItWisely.com
Extensive list of tips for conserving water |