Environmental Stewardship and Green Action Guide For Connecticut

You will find this to be an informative, inspirational and exciting learning portal to people offering progressive business models,  services and  shared values to concerned members of our community

 The proven fact that people and their businesses can prosper  by doing good is not new. This progressive business philosophy that has been called many things including  “triple bottom line” (people, planet, profit), “impact investing” and “sustainability” — all describing vision statements and pathways that address social concerns and community planning issues including  environmental pollution, natural-resource depletion, public health, conservation of resources, job creation, economic growth and the needs of the least fortunate. 

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CT Environmental Headlines.. a commitment to the preservation of Connecticut’s environment. 

CT Organic Consumers...directory of eco-friendly products available in Connecticut 

Connecticut Green Scene stories, events and news which showcases the local green community.

Connecticut Recycling Guide.. options for recycling many common and uncommon goods 

Workforce Alliance...... services for job seekers and employers 

Building CT Green...aspects of green business and green building in Connecticut.

CT Homebuilder's Assn ... identify resources and programs to support green construction

Center for Green Building...ecologically sound, sustainable building materials and services.

CT Clean Energy Options ....choose energy from sources including as wind and small hydro. 

CT Green Business Center.. a network for businesses to become more eco-friendly. 

Connecticut Energy Info ... ways to save energy, efficiency incentive programs and events. 

Electric Generation Rates... compare the rate you pick for the generation portion of your electric bill.

Connecticut Clean Energy Fund ...Become a producer, selling energy to the regional power grid

Connecticut Solar Lease.. Obtain a 5 year  equipment lease to generate electric at your property

CT Fund for the Environment...A non-profit protecting land resources  and Long Island Sound. 

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Environment Connecticut...statewide, citizen-based environmental advocacy organization

Connecticut Siting Council.. governs utility location and environmental impact

New England Clean Energy Council  innovation, growth, education, adoption and policy. 

Association of Connecticut Fairs.....   links to all the agriculture fairs in Connecticut 

Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station.... public outreach in agriculture and related fields. I

Connecticut Department of Agriculture.......educates citizens about the state’s diverse agriculture, 

Department of Public Utility Control regulates electricity, gas, water and telecommunication 6

Connecticut Commuter Services... provides lists of transportation options throughout Connecticut. 

Rideshare...Commuters pay a monthly fee and the nonprofit takes care of the rest. 

Telecommute CT...free assistance  implementing telecommuting as a worksite alternative.

NuRide... earn rewards when you carpool, vanpool, bike, walk, telecommute or use public transit.

New Haven Green Drinks.. Local charters meet monthly to discuss local green events. 

New Haven Office of Sustainability...energy efficiency, pollution prevention, reuse and recycling. 

Yale Urban Resources Initiative..  land stewardship, environmental education and urban forestry. 

Neighborhood Housing Services .....creates low/moderate-income family homes in New Haven.

CitySeed...increasing awareness and participation in growing a sustainable local food system. 

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Local Food Guide to Connecticut... winter and summer farmer’s markets, pick your own farms and 

Green Restaurants Association...increasing environmental responsibility in the restaurant industry

Green Bride Guide... comprehensive resource for eco-friendly wedding ideas, 

Green Home Guide... green home professionals, articles and information. 

Green Festivals...shows where businesses showcase eco-friendly programs and products. 

New England Farm Ways...established to make farms more visible and accessible. 


Earth911..find local vendors who recycle any material i

Call2Recycle......rechargeable battery and cell phone collection program i

Computer Recycling, LLC... Handles all types of end-of-life computer solutions. 

Green Demolitions......recycled luxury commercial surplus, donated kitchens, appliances, 


Reconstruction Center.. Sells new, used, antique and surplus building materials. 

ReStore...Donate building supplies, furniture and appliances  to build Habitat homes

Urban Miners.. building deconstruction and material salvage for residential and commercial 


We Recycle,  LLC... electronics recycling, recovery of raw materials and products.

You Renew Electronics... turn in old usable electronic devices and receive cash.

Green Lodging... green lodging certification program and Connecticut green lodging certified hotels.

Energy Star...    how to choose energy-efficient products and solutions for home and business. 

Hydrogen Highway Project....  Interstate 95 is a hydrogen highway from Maine to Florida 


DSIRE.... incentives and policies that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency.

EPA New England...explore key environmental issues in New England. 

National Green Building Council ..Green building topics, networking and LEED training. A

Energy Efficiency...how to use energy in a home more efficiently and obtain federal tax credits.

 
Understanding Lead... EPA requirements for lead paint renovation, repair and removal 

Federal Tax Credits ...a list of all the federal tax credits which are available in 2011 

North American Wind Power Magazine...all aspects of the wind energy generation and distribution 

Solar Industry Magazine... all aspects of the Solar Industry & trends that are driving the sector.

Wind Powering America...educates the consumer  and summarizes wind activity in the state, 

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