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Electrical - wiring

Electrical Safety Foundation International
http://www.esfi.org/

The Electrical Safety Foundation International helps people stay safe at work, school or home.

National Electrical Contractors Association
http://www.necanet.org/
The National Electrical Contractors Association provides updates for electricians, information for people who want to hire a contractor, and general electrical construction information.

National Electrical Manufacturers Association - NEMA
http://www.nema.org/
NEMA is a trade association for professional manufacturers which sets manufacturing and safety standards. They also affect industry policy regarding legislation and regulation.


HVAC Systems
Heating, Cooling, Ventilation and Solar Energy Options

Related Organizations and Associations

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute
http://www.ari.org/
ARI is the national trade association representing manufacturers of more than 90 percent of U.S. produced central air-conditioning and commercial refrigeration equipment. ARI develops and publishes technical standards for industry products.

American Public Power Association
http://www.appanet.org/
APPA is the national trade association representing government-owned electric utilities. The APPA web page provides articles on the electrical industry, information on educational programs, and a calendar of training dates.

American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
http://www.ashrae.org/
ASHRAE is an international organization of 50,000 persons with chapters throughout the world. The Society is organized for the sole purpose of advancing the arts and sciences of HVACR for the public's benefit through research, standards writing, continuing education and
publications.

Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association
http://www.gamanet.org
GAMA is a national trade association whose members manufacture appliances, components and related products used in connection with space heating, water heating and commercial food service.

Honeywell Customer Response Center (800-345-6770)
http://honeywell.com


Heating & Cooling General Links

Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI)
http://www.rmi.org
Passive cooling techniques are described in here to reduce impact on the environment, and discusses ways to make your home more comfortable.


Heat Pumps

American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy – Consumer guide on Heat Pumps http://www.aceee.org/consumerguide/topcashp.htm
ACEEE’s consumer guide on air-source heat pumps organized by their heating and cooling capacities. Manufacturers, trade name, models, and efficiency ratings are all provided.
 

Radiant Heating and Hydronic Heating

Radiantec Under Floor Heating
http://www.radiantec.com/
Radiantec specializes in radiant underfloor heating and provides data on the latest in heating technology. Brochures, pricing information, and commercial assistance are available.

Radiant heating and Hydronic Heating

http://www.eere.energy.gov/buildings/info/components/hvac/radiantheat.html

Department of Energy’s informational website on types of radiant flooring available in the United States.
 


Solar Energy Options
(
sustainability sites have more solar energy related information)

Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)
http://www.seia.org/
SEIA is the association for solar energy industries. This site provides a search for solar products and services, a publication’s list, and information on conferences and programs that the organization sponsors.

Thermo-Dynamics Ltd. - Solar Heating
http://www.thermo-dynamics.com/
Thermo-Dynamics is a Canadian company engaged in the research, development, production, distribution, and installation of solar thermal equipment. This site offers a list of products plus other sites of interest.

Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC)
http://www.fsec.ucf.edu

The Energy Savings Store

http://www.theenergysavingsstore.com/

The Energy Savings Store is a full service, licensed and insured, renewable energy service company who
design, provide, install and maintain renewable energy systems. They provide information on the feasibility of renewables in the Midwest.
 


Solid Waste, Sewerage Systems and Septic Tanks

Inspecting, Designing & Maintaining Residential Septic Systems
http://www.inspect-ny.com/septbook.htm
This website offers a comprehensive list of information on septic systems ranging from septic and wastewater industry associations and consultants to maintenance and pumping schedules.

 


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