A penny saved . . . is a penny earned. 

Energy efficiency falls into three main categories: appliances, buildings (i.e homes, houses of worship) and vehicles. Making energy efficient improvements to your house of worship, range from small changes like replacing exit signs with energy efficient signs or installing light sensors, to bigger changes such as replacing old windows with high U-Factor windows or installing high R-Value insulation in the roof.

Most congregations can cut energy costs by up to 30% by investing strategically in efficient equipment, facility upgrades and maintenance. To learn more, visit Energy Star for Congregations. 

Consumer Reports has a Greener Choices website loaded with information about energy-efficient products, green ratings, hot topics and solutions. 

For very helpful data on making your appliances and home more efficient, visit the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy.gov website. 

Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) offers financial assistance to help Alaskans reduce their energy bills and make their homes more energy efficient. For more information on current programs and guidelines, visit the AHFC website or call The Home Energy Rebate & Weatherization Hotline at 1.877.325.2508. 

Reducing waste is one easy way to reduce energy consumption.  You can reduce waste by purchasing items with less packaging, recycling, and composting.  Here is some composting information to get you started:

Solid Waste Alaska Network

The Compost Heap in Alaska (PDF) - Cooperative Services, University of Alaska Fairbanks