Toledo-Lucas County Sustainability Commission
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At the Neighborhood Scale

  1. Think. Where are there inefficiencies and air leaks in your home? Are you using the most energy efficient products in your home?
  2. Plan. Consult Living Green, Saving Green to see if you qualify for the Columbia Gas of Ohio Home Performance Solutions Program or the NeighborWorks® TOLEDO REGION Columbia Gas of Ohio WarmChoice® program.
  3. Act. Collaborate with neighbors to complete recommended home improvements. Buying raw materials in bulk and using volunteer labor when possible can immensely cut costs.
  4. Maintain. Keep your home improvements up to date. Always choose more efficient products when appliances need updated. 
  5. ​Go Beyond. 
  • Create a neighborhood action group to maintain and update homes that need additional weatherization services.
  • Document your energy savings and share your discoveries with your neighbors. Spread awareness around the benefits of weatherizing homes in your neighborhood. 
  • Strengthen neighborhood groups to support and advocate for neighborhood-wide needs. 

Resources

Weatherize your home and get an energy audit: 
Columbia Gas of Ohio
NeighborWorks® TOLEDO REGION
Living Green, Saving Green

Look for Energy Star products: 
EPA Energy Star

Utility bill assistance programs: 
PUCO
First Energy

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  • Home
    • About
    • Members
  • Going Beyond Green
    • Regional Sustainability Plan
    • Environmentally >
      • Land & Natural Resource Use
      • Water Quality & Supply
    • Socially >
      • Healthy, Active, & Safe Communities
      • Education, Engagement, & Empowerment
    • Economically >
      • Infrastructure Investments
      • Economy & Workforce Development
      • Community Vitality
  • Sustainable Businesses
    • Sustainable Business Map
  • Resources
    • Nutrient Source Inventory
    • Grow It At Home
    • Home Energy Audits
    • Zero Waste Event Guide
    • Sustainable Neighborhoods Toolkit
    • Solar Inventory
    • Toledo-Lucas County Sustainability Report Cards
  • Get Involved
    • EcoFest Toledo
    • Calendar of Events
    • Join the Commission
    • Newsletter
    • Share Your Story
  • Contact
  • Toledo-Lucas County Green Map
  • Going Beyond Green Luncheon Series
  • Sustainable Neighborhoods Grant
    • 2016 TLCSC's Sustainable Neighborhoods Grant Winners
    • 2021 TLCSC's Sustainable Neighborhoods Grant Winners
  • Community Garden Grants