Energy Savings &
Ecology Information:

American Council for an Energy Efficient
Economy info on washing machines, dryer,
dishwahers & other appliance energy
efficiency.
acee.org/consumerguide/index.htm



Database of State Incentives for
Renewable Energy
www.dsireusa.org

Dept of Energy
Building Technologies
www.BuildingAmerica.gov

Dept of Energy Guide to Energy
Efficiency & Renewable Energy
www.Eere.energy.gov

DOE/SEPA
Fuel Economy Guide
www.FuelEconomy.gov

ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov

Lawrence Berkeley National
Laboratory
Home Energy Saver
hes.lbl.gov


Natural Resources Defense Council
Tips to consider when shopping for an
Energy Saving appliance.
www.nrdc.org/air/energy/fappl.asp


The North American Board of Certified
Energy Practitioners (NABCEP)
Certified Solar PV and Solar Thermal
Installers in Wisconsin


Wisconsin Incentives for
Renewables and Efficiency - tax
write-offs


IRS Offers Incentives for Energy Efficiency

(December 27, 2005) --   When the Energy Tax Incentives Act of
2005 takes effect on Jan. 1, taxpayers will enjoy dollar-for-dollar
federal tax reductions for the expense of improving the energy
efficiency of their homes, including investing in solar energy, with
no maximum income restrictions.

In 2006 and 2007, taxpayers can receive a credit of up to 30
percent of the cost of installing solar water-heating equipment, up
to $2,000 per tax year; a credit of up to 30 percent for solar
equipment that generates electricity, also up to $2,000; and a
30-percent credit for a fuel-cell power plant, up to $500 of the
installation cost, although fuel cell technology is not yet practical for
use in a residential environment. Solar water systems, on the other
hand, are easy to install; and the energy savings quickly recoup the
cost.

"I think even without the tax credit, solar hot-water systems are
economical. You'd almost be crazy not to get a solar hot-water
heater right now-especially with natural gas prices going up," said
Noah Kaye of the Solar Energy Industries Association. A reliable,
professionally installed solar hot-water system can run as little as
$3,500; high-end systems, suited for colder climates where freezing
could be a factor, cap out at $6,000, although they have virtually no
ongoing costs and require only infrequent maintenance.

Source: Washington Times (12/23/05); Phipps, Jennie L.
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    NET ZERO ENERGY HOMES

    Funding assistance is available to selected
    applicants who submit proposals for net zero
    energy home projects.


    For more Info & an Application visit: www.
    wppisys.org or contact
    Kurt Pulvermacher at
    kpulvermacher@wppisys.org
    SB450 & AB649 = Wisconsin's
    Global Warming Bill

    Not good for Wisconsin
    (If it is so good for Wisconsin, why is Senator Miller sneaking
    it through all of the Committees?)

    http://superiorwi2.com/?p=559
    http://www.legis.state.wi.us/2005/data/SB450-AA2.pdf
    http://www.wiseye.org/legislature0910a.html

    SOME POINTS FROM THESE BILLS:

    Renewable Energy Mandates. The legislation increases Wisconsin’s renewable
    energy mandate from 10 percent by 2015 to 10 percent by 2013. The
    renewable energy mandate then jumps to 20 percent by 2020, and to 25
    percent by 2025.

    Low Carbon Fuel Standard. The legislation calls for a “low carbon fuel
    standard,” which seeks to limit “carbon intensive” fuels such as oil from
    Canada’s oil sands and corn ethanol. Both fuels are more carbon intensive than
    conventional gasoline. Wisconsin receives roughly 50 percent of its oil from
    Canada.

    California Car Low Emission Vehicle Standards. The legislation will require
    Wisconsin to adopt California’s low emission vehicle standards which are much
    stricter than limitations under the Federal Clean Air Act.

    Engine Idling. The legislation will limit the amount of time an operator of a motor
    truck, truck, or road tractor (truck) is allowed to let his/her vehicle idle to no
    more than 5 minutes per 60 minute period with limited exceptions. The idling
    prohibition applies to on or off highway vehicles. The legislation assesses fines
    for operators who violate the prohibition.

    Consumer Electronics Efficiency Requirements. The legislation prohibits the
    sale of certain consumer electronic devices that use more than a specified
    amount of electricity in “standby mode”. Violators will be subject to fines of up
    to $100 for each device sold or offered for sale.

    Stricter Building Codes. The legislation will require new homes and commercial
    buildings to follow the stringent International Energy Conservation Code
    (IECC). The legislation also allows the Department of Commerce to require
    builders to adopt even stricter energy codes

    New Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reporting Requirements. The legislation
    grants DNR rule making authority to require businesses emitting a certain
    amount of CO2 to report its emissions to the DNR. After collecting the data, the
    DNR is required to assess whether the state is meeting its goals, and if not,
    determine what further regulations should be implemented to reduce CO2.

    Levy Limit Exception. Current law limits the amount by which any city, village,
    town or county (political subdivision) can increase its property tax levy. Under
    the legislation, the levy limit does not apply to any amount levied by a political
    subdivision to pay for energy efficiency measures and renewable energy
    products that reduce or avoid energy costs.

    AB 649 is being
    marketed by its
    authors as the “The
    Clean Energy Jobs
    Act.”

    Perhaps this is one of the most
    misnamed bills in the history of
    misnaming bills.
    Make no mistake, the evolution of
    this bill shows its origins rest in the
    recommendations of the Governor’s
    Global Warming Task Force.
    Its only effect on the job market will
    be a net loss of jobs, and
    consumers can expect to be hit with
    higher energy prices and a higher
    cost of living.