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At the Neighborhood Scale
- Think. Where do you use energy most? What renewable energy options do you have?
- Plan. Talk with you neighbors and share ideas for incorporating renewable energy. They can be as big as solar panel installations on homes or as small as using small personal solar panels to charge your electronic devices.
- Act. Consider community solar purchasing agreements. Use First Solar’s community mapping tool and consult Green Energy Ohio. Talk with PUCO or First Energy about your options for renewable energy. Take advantage of energy incentives or tax credits as they become available.
- Maintain. Be energy conscious and convert to renewable energy sources as they become more available and affordable.
- Go Beyond.
- Make a neighborhood-wide pledge to conserve energy and use renewable energy whenever possible.
- If you’re already intending on buying a new car, consider a hybrid or electric vehicle.
- Strengthen neighborhood groups to support and advocate for neighborhood-wide needs.
Resources
Working with your utility company:
First Energy
PUCO
Educational Resources:
Green Energy Ohio
Going Solar:
Map community solar potential with First Solar
Guide from Solar Power Rocks
Energy incentives and rebates:
Energy Star rebates
Federal Income Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency
U.S. Dept. of Energy Tax Credits, Rebates, and Savings
Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy
First Energy
PUCO
Educational Resources:
Green Energy Ohio
Going Solar:
Map community solar potential with First Solar
Guide from Solar Power Rocks
Energy incentives and rebates:
Energy Star rebates
Federal Income Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency
U.S. Dept. of Energy Tax Credits, Rebates, and Savings
Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy
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