There are several ways to save energy (and money) in your home, ranging from the simple and free (turning down the thermostat) to the more complex and expensive (geothermal pumps).

The following are sites with information about home energy conservation strategies and resources.

Acterra Green@Home HouseCall Program
Free home energy audit for residents of Cupertino, Palo Alto, Redwood City, Winchester neighborhood of San Jose, and Mountain View (Please visit the Energy Upgrade Mountain View website for more information.)

A Consumer's Guide to Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
Options for saving energy and using renewable energy at home, at work, in your community, and while driving.

City of Palo Alto:
Energy Saving Tips
Natural Gas Saving Tips

City of San Jose Environmental Services Department: Energy Efficiency Home
Information about renewable resources, assistance programs, workshops, and more.

Cool It!
Tools to measure your CO2 emissions, reduce your environmental impact, and become "carbon neutral."

Go Solar California
Provides consumers a "one-stop shop" for information on rebates, tax credits, and incentives for solar energy systems in California.

Green Energy News
News and commentary in regards to clean, efficient and/or renewable energy in relation to business, technology, issues and policy. Geared to a wide audience ranging from consumers to industry professionals.

Mercury News: Green Energy News
News and information about the local alternative energy resource industry.

NorCal Solar
Solar news, information, and resources for individuals and businesses. Produced by the nonprofit Northern California Solar Energy Association.

PG&E Energy Saving Tips
Quick tips to creating energy home savings.

Silicon Valley Power: Save Energy
Simple guide for saving energy in your home.