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Generating Your Own Renewable Power

Q: I am considering generating my own wind power—what do I need to know?

A: The following sites contain great information for homeowners interested in residential wind power:

• Wind Power for the Homeowner
  If you are a homeowner considering using wind turbines to power your home, there are a number of considerations. This site will help you decide if a wind system is practical for you.
• American Wind Energy Association
  AWEA's website has information on small wind systems, and can tell you what you need to know to purchase a residential wind system.

Q: I am considering generating my own solar power—what do I need to know?

A: The following organizations can set you on the path toward your own residential solar power system:

• Colorado Solar Energy Industry Association
  COSEIA lists members and certified equipment providers on their website.
• Colorado Renewable Energy Society
  CRES, the local chapter of the American Solar Energy Society, is a non-profit group whose mission is to promote the interchange of ideas with others, actively petition the legislature to promote sustainable energy and environmental policies, and provide an educational forum for its members, developers, architects, and the citizens of Colorado.

Q: How can I make my home or business more energy efficient?

A: We suggest contacting the Colorado Governor's Office of Energy Management and Conservation for information on energy conservation and energy efficiency for businesses and homes.