Ramapo College Institute of Environmental Studies (IES): Links and More
SMALL BUSINESSES
Putting energy into profits: ENERGY STAR guide for small businesses.
http://www.energystar.gov/ia/business/small_business/sb_guidebook/
smallbizguide.pdf
Excellent guide for small businesses that offers energy saving tips and options, directions on how to calculate potential energy savings, ideas on how to green your business, and energy-efficiency opportunities specifically designed for small businesses.
ENERGY STAR for Small Businesses
http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=small_business.sb_index
A very thorough collection of programs, information and resources for small business owners/operators. Includes service provider directories, case studies and networking contacts, public relations guidance, and much more. Includes detailed information on several small businesses, including auto dealers, restaurants, renters and tenants, home businesses, grocery stores, lodging, industry, and service providers.
HOUSES OF WORSHIP
Putting energy into stewardship: energy star guide for congregations.
http://www.energystar.gov/ia/business/small_business/congregations.pdf
Excellent website for houses of worship that offers energy saving tips, directions on how to calculate potential energy savings, suggestions on where to get money to fund energy saving projects, helpful tips when selecting a contractor, and energy-saving project success stories from other congregations.
ENERGY STAR for Congregations
http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=small_business.sb_congregations
Comprehensive collection of energy-saving information relevant to congregations: providers, networks, guidance, case studies, technical support.
Energy Priorities for Congregations
http://www.interfaithenergy.com/tips.htm
Website for houses of worship that gives general energy saving tips, reasons for congregations to use less energy, and ways to create interest in energy in your congregation.
Stewardship
http://www.greenfaith.org/stewardship/energy-conservation.html
Website of GreenFaith, a group that helps religious institutions and their members adopt sustainable consumption habits. Provides energy conservation tips, discusses solar energy options, and gives case studies of congregations that have implemented energy projects.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Shop for Energy Suppliers
http://www.bpu.state.nj.us/bpu/commercial/shopping.html#2
BPU website that provides information on how to select energy suppliers. Under New Jersey's energy deregulation law, consumers can choose from a variety of energy suppliers that service their region. Customers are now free to choose the best price and the greenest options for the energy provided by their natural gas or electical utility company.
Energy Guide: Smart Energy Choices
http://www.energyguide.com/
An overview site offering contractor lists, suppliers, analysis, and geographically-targeted energy information.
Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Approved Contractors
http://www.njcleanenergy.com/residential/programs/home-performance-energy-star/homeowners/certified-contractors/certified-contrac
These contractors, approved to do residential home audits, might be a source of service if large-scale commercial energy auditors choose not to service your mid-size building.
New Jersey Clean Energy Program homepage
http://www.njcleanenergy.com/renewable-energy/home/home
Starting place for information on renewable energy options in New Jersey. Information on purchasing green power, renewable energy credits (a market-based payment to all renewable energy producers in New Jersey), and available state subsidies/incentives. Includes vendor list.
Photovoltaic Equipment - commercial installers.
http://www.njcleanenergy.com/misc/renewable-energy/photovoltaic-equipment-commercial-installers-0
Website form New Jersey's Clean Energy Program that lists commercial installers for photovoltaic equipment.
Sun Farm Network
http://www.sunfarmnetwork.com
A NJ-based company that offers attractive financing options for solar photovoltaic installations. Their Solar Pays program is an installment purchase plan, with each month's bill based on system production and your utility's own electricity rate.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION AND SUPPORT
Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency: ENERGY STAR
http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=products.pr_tax_credits
Good information relevant to taxpayers. Commercial building may claim some tax benefits for making their buildings very energy efficient.
SEIA Guide to Federal Tax Incentives
http://www.seia.org/manualdownload.php
A detailed document compiled by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) to federal tax incentives for solar energy.
Energy Efficiency Home and Vehicle Tax Credits (from Alliance to Save Energy)
http://www.ase.org/content/article/detail/2654
Up-to-date information on federal tax benefits for clean energy choices and purchases.
New Jersey Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE)
http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map2.cfm?CurrentPageID=1&State=NJ&RE=1&EE=1
A very thorough set of links to available loans, rebates, incentives, guidance, data and green power options for New Jersey residents.
New Jersey SmartStart Buildings Program
http://www.njcleanenergy.com/commercial-industrial/programs/nj-smartstart-buildings/nj-smartstart-buildings
An overview of the energy-efficiency programs of the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities aimed at larger-scale buildings. Designed for "business owners, facility managers, school board and municipal representatives, and the architect and engineering design community."
New Jersey SmartStart Buildings Program - Equipment Incentives
http://www.njcleanenergy.com/commercial-industrial/programs/nj-smartstart-buildings/tools-and-resources/equipment-incentives/equi
A list of the subsidies for energy-efficient building equipment offered by the New Jersey SmartStart Buildings Program.
