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Appropriate Technology Web Sites

American Wind Energy Association
AWEA is a national trade association representing wind power project developers, equipment suppliers, services providers, parts manufacturers, utilities, researchers, and others involved in the wind industry.
Carbon Offset Research & Education (CORE)
CORE provides an up-to-date analysis and synthesis of the most influential offset programs and activities. It reflects on lessons learned, and aims to inform consumers as well as participants and designers of current and future offset programs.
DCAT - Development Center for Appropriate Technology
"DCAT draws on extensive experience in traditional and alternative building and development, providing strategic support for the shift to sustainable building practices."
DSIRE - 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.
Home Energy Saver
The project has been sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), as part of the national ENERGY STAR Program for improving energy efficiency in homes.
National Center for Appropriate Technology
"The National Center for Appropriate Technology has been serving economically disadvantaged people by providing information and access to appropriate technologies that can help improve their lives."
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is the nation's primary laboratory for renewable energy and energy efficiency research and development (R&D).
NC GreenPower
NC GreenPower is an independent, nonprofit organization established to improve North Carolina’s environment through voluntary contributions toward renewable energy and the mitigation of greenhouse gases.
OSTI.GOV - SciTech Connect
SciTech Connect is a portal to free, publicly-available DOE-sponsored R&D results including technical reports, bibliographic citations, journal articles, conference papers, books, multimedia, software, and data information, and was developed by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
Southern Alliance for Clean Energy
Founded in 1985, SACE is a regional organization primarily focused on developing clean energy solutions throughout the Southeast.

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