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 options and conservation strategies.

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 Resources
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: 12 Easy Ways to Save Energy
Simple guide for saving energy in your home.