Related Links

DSIRE.org - Federal and State incentives database
Findsolar.com - Finding an installer, solar energy estimator
Solar Plaza - General merchandise, worldwide
Energy Star - General information on appliance energy ratings
Solar Pathfinder - A tool used to site PV arrays

Solarbuzz.com - Solar news and information
American Wind Energy Association - Wind Power news and information
Renewable Energy World - Renewable energy news & jobs network
Home Power - The magazine on power systems for your home
Illinois Renewable Energy Association - News and information for sustainable living in Illinois

Solar Energy Research - Current research information on solar energy technologies.
PV Watts - Calculates the performance of a grid-tie system by user inputs.
Wind Energy Research - Current research information on wind energy technologies.

Net Metering Guide - Excellent guide on rules and available options to "sell back" your unused energy to the utility.
Wind Powering America - DOE's intiative to promote wind technology for economic development, energy security, and environmental conservation
Green Power Markets - Up-to-date information on green power providers, product offerings, consumer protection issues, and policies affecting green power markets.
Home Efficiency Tips - Resources on how to reduce your houshold energy consumption.

Bergey Wind Turbines
Sky Stream Energy
Endurance Wind Power Turbines
Proven Energy Wind Turbines

Suntech
SolarWorld
Evergreen Solar
Kyocera Solar
Sanyo Solar
Sharp Solar

Unirac - Ground, Roof, and Pole fixed mounting

Inverter and Controller Manufacturers

Xantrex
Outback Power Systems
SMA America - manufactures the Sunny Boy®, Sunny Island®, and Windy Boy® line of inverter systems
Solectria Renewables
Fronius