Environmental Information and Conservation
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (from the DOE) Teachers will find links to educational and training resources on energy, particularly energy efficiency and renewable energy for grades K-12.
Residential Energy Systems
This extensive library will provide you with tons of information about how energy is used in your home.
Home Energy Calculator
The Home Energy Calculator provides estimates of energy use costs based on your inputs.
Appliance Calculator
How much does it really cost to use the appliances in your home? Here's a quick way to get a feel for what your home's appliances cost to operate.
Lighting Calculator
Click here to learn how much you can save by switching to compact fluorescent bulbs.
Kids Korner
This delightful and educational site will teach you all you ever wanted to know about energy!
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The Energy Policy Act
(including PURPA)
Beginning in August 2006 Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation began consideration of five different PURPA standards under the Energy Policy Act of 2005. For more information on Blue Ridge’s efforts in these areas, please see the red links to your right. You may also contact Brian Crutchfield, director of economic development, via email or by phone at (828) 759-8979 for further explanation.
