NEED Project promotes an energy conscious and educated society by creating effective networks of students, educators, business, government and community leaders to design and deliver objective, multi-sided energy education programs. Superb curriculum for every grade level has been developed and meets the educational standards specified in many states including New York. http://www.need.org/.

The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)

The largest organization in the world committed to promoting excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all. NSTA's current membership of more than 55,000 includes science teachers, science supervisors, administrators, scientists, business and industry representatives, and others involved in and committed to science education. http://www.nsta.org/

National Energy Foundation

A unique nonprofit educational organization dedicated to the development, dissemination, and implementation of supplementary educational materials, programs, and courses. These resources for education relate primarily to energy, water, natural resources, science and math, technology, conservation, and the environment. All enrich and enhance teaching and learning. They recognize the importance and contribution of natural resources to our economy, to our national security, the environment, and our quality of life. http://www.nef1.org/

Healthy Schools Network, Inc. (HSN)

HSN  is a national not for profit organization, centered on children's environmental health, and dedicated to assuring every child and school employee an environmentally safe and healthy school. HSN promotes the development of state and national policies, regulations, and funding for school facilities environments, and has won national recognition for its Clearinghouse services, as well as its model program and outreach, now being replicated in numerous states. HSN publishes materials  that can be easily understood by parents and school administration explaining the existing problems and setting out  how schools can be made safer and healthier. http://www.healthyschools.org/

Green Schools Program

The Alliance to Save Energy Green Schools Program helps students through good education, helps schools through increasing financial resources, and helps the environment by saving energy. The Green Schools program helps schools use energy efficiently through changes in the behavior of building users and changes in operational and maintenance routines. Through these basic changes in attitudes and behaviors Green Schools has achieved up to 25% savings in one year for an individual school. In addition Green Schools encourages schools to get retrofits, install renewable technology, and bring the energy efficiency message home and into the community.

http://www.ase.org/greenschools/

HOMES  AND SUSTAINABLE BUILDING

NYSERDA Residential programs and incentives

NYSERDA offers many programs and incentives to homeowners of single family and multi-family residences; programs and incentives for building an Energy Star new home, upgrade your existing home, metering to manage your electricity use, programs for multi-unit residences and  more are explained.

http://nyserda.org/incentives.asp#Residential

Building Standards and Guidelines Program
DOE's Building Standards & Guidelines Program is developing compliance tools and training materials, providing information, and offering technical assistance on building energy codes. Their site contains model energy codes, code compliance materials, training information, news and contacts. http://www.energycodes.gov/

Green Buildings Council

The U.S. Green Building Council is a coalition of leaders from across the building industry working to promote buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work. Council members work together to develop LEED™ products and resources, the Greenbuild annual International Conference and Expo, policy guidance, and educational and marketing tools that support the adoption of sustainable building.

http://www.usgbc.org/

Energy Efficient Building Association (EBBA)

EEBA promotes the awareness, education, and development of energy efficient, environmentally responsible buildings, and communities. http://www.eeba.org/

Sustainable Buildings Industry Council (SBIC)

SBIC is an independent, nonprofit organization whose mission is to advance the design, affordability, energy performance, and environmental soundness of America’s buildings. SBIC not only supports passive solar design, but also building-integrated photovoltaics, energy efficiency, daylighting, healthy indoor environments, and other aspects of sustainable design and construction.

http://www.sbicouncil.org/home/index.html

Residential Energy Services Network's (RESNET)

Their mission is to improve the energy efficiency of the nation's housing stock and to qualify more families for home ownership by expanding the national availability of mortgage financing options and home energy ratings. RESNET is a membership 501-C-3 non-profit organization. http://www.natresnet.org/

APPLIANCES AND OTHER PRODUCTS

Energy Star Products and Programs
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) are promoting the purchase and use of energy-efficient appliances and equipment by awarding the Energy Star label. Their site includes programs descriptions, product specifications, lists of qualifying products and manufacturers, news and updates. http://www.energystar.gov/
Energy Guide

ENERGYguide offers, for sale, a growing list of high quality products to help reduce your energy costs along with the information you need to guide your decisions. Many of the products bear the ENERGY STAR® label from the Environmental Protection Agency. The site also has interactive features. http://www.energyguide.com/

American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)

Advances the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration and related human factors to serve the evolving needs of the public and ASHRAE members. http://www.ashrae.org/

Appliance Standards Awareness Project (ASAP)

A project of the Alliance to Save Energy, the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) and the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), the Appliance Standards Awareness Project (ASAP), builds support for aggressive and timely appliance efficiency standards. ASAP conducts networking, outreach, information provision, coordination, and education to mobilize support for appliance efficiency standards from a wide variety of stakeholders. http://www.standardsasap.org/

WINDOWS

Information on the benefits of energy-efficient windows, descriptions of how they work, and recommendations for their selection and use.

http://www.efficientwindows.org/

Windows, doors and skylights

NFRC's primary goal is to provide accurate information to measure and compare the energy performance of window, door, or skylight products.

http://www.nfrc.org/

North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA)

NAIMA is a trade association of North American manufacturers of fiberglass, rock wool, and slag wool insulation products. This site provides a wealth of information on the uses and benefits of these products from thermal comfort to public health.

http://www.naima.org/main.html

RENEWABLE ENERGY LINKS

State Incentives for Renewable Energy
The Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy (DSIRE) is a comprehensive source of information on state, local, utility, and selected federal incentives that promote renewable energy.

http://www.dsireusa.org/

Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC)
IREC is a non-profit consortium of state and local government renewable energy officials. Formed in 1980, IREC offers a range of market-oriented services and products targeted at education, coordination, and procurement. http://www.irecusa.org/

SOLAR

American Solar Energy Society (ASES)

A national organization dedicated to advancing the use of solar energy for the benefit of U.S. citizens and the global environment. ASES promotes the widespread near-term and long-term use of solar energy. http://www.ases.org/

International Solar Energy Society (ISES)

ISES is a multi-faceted, global membership organization. With its long history and extensive technical and scientific expertise provided by its members, the Society is a modern, future-oriented non-governmental organization (NGO). Clearly defined goals, extensive communication networks and practical, real-world projects are the hallmarks of ISES. http://www.ises.org/ises.nsf!Open
WIND

American Wind Energy Association (AWEA)
Advocates the development of wind energy as a reliable, environmentally superior energy alternative in the United States and around the world.

http://www.awea.org/

New York Public Interest Research Group (NYPIRG)

Not-for-profit consumer advocacy organization has teamed up with Community Energy, Inc. (CEI) a marketer of 100% new wind energy, generated in New York State, to provide “Clean & Green Wind Energy” to New Yorkers at a discounted price. http://www.nypirg.org/fbg
National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)

The U.S. Department of Energy's premier laboratory for renewable energy research & development and a lead lab for energy efficiency R&D. NREL provides resources to help small businesses incorporate passive solar heating and daylighting designs into their small offices or commercial buildings. http://www.nrel.gov/

GEOTHERMAL

The Geothermal Education Office produces and distributes educational materials about geothermal energy to schools, energy/environmental educators, libraries, industry, and the public. GEO collaborates frequently with education and energy organizations with common goals. GEO will  responds to requests and questions from around the world through its website.

http://www.geothermal.marin.org/

HYDRO

The Hydro Research Foundation has two principal objectives: to facilitate research and to promote educational opportunities that communicate the value of hydropower. The  website provides accessible information about hydro power in a dynamic format.

http://www.hydrofoundation.org/