Links

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  • Scorecard x
    Scorecard combines data from over 200 different state and federal databases to profile local environmental problems and the health effects of toxic chemicals.

  • Greenpeace International x
    An independent campaigning organization which uses non-violent, creative confrontation to expose global environmental problems, and to force the solutions which are essential to a green and peaceful future.

  • Sierra Club x
    Learn about the Sierra Club's campaign to reverse one of the largest experiments in history--global warming.

  • Environmental News Network x
    ENN covers breaking environmental news, including pollution issues.

  • Environmental Defense x
    A not-for-profit environmental advocacy group with four main goals: stabilizing the Earth's climate, safeguarding the world's oceans, protecting human health, and defending and restoring biodiversity.

  • World Wide Fund International x
    The world's largest and most experienced independent conservation organization, with around 5 million supporters and a global network of 27 national organizations, 5 associates, and 21 program offices.

  • Climate Ark x
    Performs full text searches of educational and activist Web sites. Also includes an archive of "popular media and environmental group information" on climate change and other environmental topics.

  • United Nations Environment Programme x
    Information on the environmental initiatives undertaken by the UN.

  • Conservation International x
    CI focuses on trying to preserve and promote awareness about the world's most endangered biodiversity through scientific programs, local awareness campaigns, and economic initiatives.

  • National Audubon Society x
    The mission of the National Audubon Society is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds and other wildlife for the benefit of humanity and the earth's biological diversity.

  • Earth Day Network x
    Coordinating worldwide events for Earth Day and beyond. Features environmental tips, clean energy campaigns, activist networks, an eco-store and Grist Magazine.

  • The Nature Conservancy x
    "Saving the Last Great Places."

  • Earth's 911 x
    A public and private sector partnership to empower the public with community-specific resources to improve quality of life.

  • Friends of the Earth x
    This nonprofit organization focuses on the economics of sustainable growth.

  • Clean Up Australia x
    A very successful Australian organization that works to clean up environmental pollution and to teach citizens how to lead greener lives.

  • Earth Times x
    Covers news and issues affecting: the environment, education, society, business, culture, media, nature, politics, and population.

  • Alliance to Save Energy x
    A coalition of prominent business, government, environmental and consumer leaders.

  • National Wildlife Federation - NWF x
    NWF focuses its efforts on five core issue areas: Endangered Habitat, Water Quality, Land Stewardship, Wetlands, and Sustainable Communities.

  • Nature.com x
    "The world's best science and medicine on your desktop"

  • Union of Concerned Scientists x
    The Union of Concerned Scientists works to ensure that all people have clean air and energy, as well as safe and sufficient food.

  • American Rivers x
    North America's leading national river-conservation organization.

  • Office of Wetlands, Oceans, & Watersheds x
    The OWOW provides information to raise public awareness and encourage involvement in water quality issues.

  • Rainforest Action Network x
    Working to protect tropical rainforests and the human rights of those living in and around those forests.

  • OneWorld x
    Promotes human rights and sustainable development. Site includes news, current projects, features and more.

  • Audubon Institute x
    The Audubon Institute's goal is to foster appreciation and, ultimately, conservation of these ecosystems, which are showcased in an outstanding collection of ten museums and parks dedicated to nature.

  • EarthVision x
    Provides daily environmental news, industry links, job listings and more.

  • Earthwatch Institute x
    A non-profit environmental and wildlife organization.

  • World Watch Institute x
    Worldwatch is dedicated to fostering the evolution of a society in which human needs are met in ways that do not threaten the health of the natural environment.

  • Solstice x
    The Internet information service of the Center for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology (CREST). An excellent source for the latest in SED info.

  • EcologyFund x
    Help protect rainforests, wildlife and parks by donating land.

  • The Rainforest Site x
    Visitors to The Rainforest Site can save a free area of rainforest with the "click of a button."

  • CNN: Sci-Tech x
    CNN's nature and science news section.

  • Climate Institute x
    The Climate Institute works to protect the balance between climate and life on earth by facilitating the dialogue among scientists, policy makers, business executives and citizens.

  • TreeHugger x
    "Fast-growing web magazine, dedicated to everything that has a modern aesthetic yet is environmentally responsible."

  • Save Our Environment x
    Overall goal is to increase public awareness of environmental issues. Press releases, reports, and fact sheets exposing environmental issues.

  • Council on Environmental Quality x
    Learn about the White House initiative to cut paperwork and develop new partnerships with industry, landowners and the states to provide more flexibility for the regulated community in return for better environmental results.

  • Urban Land Institute x
    The ULI tackles such issues as traffic and land use, parking, transit villages and other transportation issues both public and private.

  • Wildlife Conservation Society x
    Utilizes the resources of wildlife parks with worldwide field projects to inspire care for nature and provide leadership in environmental education.

  • Resources for the Future x
    A nonprofit and nonpartisan think tank that conducts independent research rooted primarily in economics and other social sciences on environmental and natural resource issues.

  • The Wilderness Society x
    Works to protect America's wilderness and to develop a nation-wide network of wild lands through public education, scientific analysis and advocacy.

  • Environment News Service x
    Latest environmental news headlines, message board, links and more.

  • Earth Site x
    The official site of International Earth Day.

  • Sustainable Communities Network x
    Linking citizens to resources and to one another to create healthy, vital, sustainable communities.

  • WWF Canada x
    WWF Canada pursues a mission to save life on Earth through four conservation programs: Endangered Species, Endangered Spaces and Wildlife Toxicology in Canada and an International program in Latin America.

  • Weathervane x
    "A digital forum on global climate policy."

  • BBC-Science & Nature x
    Colorful news site with an abundance of information on space, animals, special environmental topics, and much more.

  • *faircompanies x
    *Faircompanies is the major meeting point for people and organizations in search of useful, free, and independent information regarding fair trade, corporate social responsibility, responsible consumption, ethical investment, alternative energies and related topics. .

  • Alternative Fuels Data Center x
    This Office of Transportation Technologies site has information on the latest advances in alternative fuels, vehicles, refueling sites, and more.

  • The Earth Charter Initiative x
    A statement of ethical principles that will guide the conduct of people and nations towards each other and the Earth to ensure peace, equity and a sustainable future.

  • GEM x
    An on-line, searchable database of more than 2500 energy efficiency and renewable energy annotated Web links.

  • Earth Trends: Environmental Information x
    "A free online database that focuses on issues of sustainable development and the environment. This site draws statistical, graphic, and analytical information from over 40 internationally recognized data sources."

  • Carfree.com x
    Solutions to the problem of the urban automobile.

  • American Wind Energy Association x
    AWEA advocates the development of wind energy as a reliable, environmentally superior energy alternative in the United States and around the world.

  • Envirosense x
    A group of companies who collectively offer solutions and strategies to address indoor air quality and related environmental issues.

  • The Cousteau Society x
    Provides information and insight on environmental issues to inspire better protection of Earth.

  • David Suzuki Foundation x
    A Canadian environmental research and education organization.

  • Rainforestweb x
    Comprehensive gateway to Rainforest information and resources.

  • E x
    An environmental magazine celebrating over 10 years in print.

  • Environmental Law Programme x
    The World Conservation Union is the world’s largest conservation network. Mission: "influence, encourage and assist societies throughout the world to conserve the integrity and diversity of nature and to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and ecologically sustainable."

  • National Council for Science and the Environment x
    NCSE (formally the Committee for the National Institute for the Environment) works to improve the scientific basis of environmental decision making. Site includes research publications on a number of environmental issues.

  • Ocean Planet x
    "This exhibition reminds us that in ways we may never have even considered, we're all seafarers, and it offers us ways to become more seaworthy--to think about what everyone can do to conserve the Ocean Planet."

  • Amazon Watch x
    "Amazon Watch works to defend the environment and rights of the indigenous peoples of the Amazon basin."

  • U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service x
    The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish and wildlife and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.

  • America's Wetlands x
    This site will give you a better understanding of the rich variety of wetlands, their importance, how they are threatened, and what can be done to conserve them for future generations.

  • Argus Clearinghouse: Sustainable Development x
    Directory of sustainable development web sites.

  • Animal Diversity Web x
    "Includes information about the structure and classification of animals, basic concepts of ecology and evolutionary biology, brief reports on dozens of animals, and lots of pictures."

  • Alternative Technology Association x
    A non-profit community group that aims to use and promote environmentally friendly technology, including renewable energy sources such as the sun, wind and water; building with natural materials and conserving energy.

  • Recycler's World x
    A world wide trading site for information related to secondary or recyclable commodities, by-products, used and surplus items or materials.

  • Energy and Environmental Research Center x
    The philosophy of the EERC is to improve global quality of life by providing leadership in visionary multidisciplinary research and development leading to demonstration and commercialization of innovative, clean, efficient energy technologies.

  • Recycle.com x
    The place to turn for recycling and composting expertise.

  • Global Forest Watch x
    Global Forest Watch seeks to catalyze changes in forest use to meet human needs and better protect forest ecosystems.

  • The World's Shortest Comprehensive Recycling Guide x
    Great list of basic recycling tips and categories.

  • National Resources Defense Council x
    NRDC is a not-for-profit environmental advocacy group that uses law, science, and the support of our 400,000+ members to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all living things.

  • WWF: Climate Change Campaign x
    Mission: "By 2001 we aim to ensure that industrialized nations set in motion a permanent downward trend in their domestic emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) - the leading global warming gas - as a first step towards substantial reductions in emissions by 2010."

  • Center for Clean Air Policy x
    Seeks to promote and implement innovative solutions to major environmental and energy problems which balance both environmental and economic interests.

  • EcoWorld x
    EcoWorld provides internet users comprehensive information on the state of planetary ecosystems and projects underway, everywhere, to preserve and restore species and ecosystems.

  • The International Carnivorous Plant Society x
    ICPS is an organization of horticulturists, conservationists, scientists, and educators all interested in sharing knowledge and news of carnivorous plants.

  • Environmental Support Center x
    "Supporting the environmental movement from the grassroots up."

  • EPA Global Warming Site x
    Learn about the global warming problem and what is and can be done to reverse its effects.

  • The American Solar Energy Society x
    ASES is a national organization dedicated to advancing the use of solar energy for the benefit of U.S. citizens and the global environment.

  • National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration x
    NOAA guides our use and protection of ocean and coastal resources and conducts research to improve our understanding and stewardship of the environment which sustains us all.

  • Conservation Technology Information Center x
    Promotes environmentally and economically beneficial natural resource systems.

  • Competitive Enterprise Institute x
    Non-profit public policy organization regulating environmental policy among others.

  • Our Planet Magazine x
    "The United Nations Environment Programme's flagship magazine for environmentally sustainable development."

  • Planet first 2000 x
    Aim is to provide helpful information and resources to individuals so they may easily and positively take actions in their own way in their own homes, local community or broader communities to assist the environment.

  • EcoWise x
    The Non-Toxic, sustainable, educational store....naturally.

  • The Ramsar Convention on Wetlands x
    Track the progress of the 1971 intergovernmental treaty which provides the framework for national action and international cooperation for the conservation and wise use of wetlands and their resources.

  • Pollution Prevention Institute x
    The Pollution Prevention Institute (PPI) assists small businesses to efficiently and economically reduce and control their wastes.

  • United Nations World Meteorological Organization (WMO) x
    World Meteorological Organization coordinates global scientific activity in several areas, including: air pollution research, climate change and ozone depletion studies.

  • Ecobeetle x
    An informative environmental website for eco-living and conservation.

  • Central Sierra Environmental Resource Center x
    "For the past 16 years, CSERC has effectively served as the foremost defender of more than 2,000,000 acres of forests, rivers, lakes, wetlands, roadless areas, old growth groves, scenic oak woodlands, and other precious areas within the central region of the Sierra Nevada."

  • Environmental Concern, Inc. x
    A non-profit organization dedicated to wetland restoration, research, and education since 1972.

  • Earthhope Action Network x
    Resource for environmental activism and information. Updated daily.

  • SaveRainforest.net x
    Click on the "Save Rainforest" button to help preserve the rainforest.

  • Wetlands Regulation Center x
    Acts as a service to all persons interested in the laws, policies and regulations concerning activities regulated under Sections 401 and 404 of the Clean Water Act in waters of the United States, including wetlands.

  • Karma Vision TV x
    Discover thousands of charitable organizations. Karma Vision's mission is to foster social responsibility by stimulating action on crucial public issues.

  • Wilderness Committee x
    Canadian citizen-funded wilderness preservation organization.

  • Farmland Information Center x
    "The FIC is a clearinghouse for information about farmland protection and stewardship. It is a partnership between the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and American Farmland Trust."

  • The Scientific Alliance x
    A new organization which offers a rational, scientific approach to the environmental debate.

  • Environmental Leadership Program x
    Non-profit organization working to create a new generation of environmental leaders.
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  • Cyburbia x
    Directory of sustainable development resources on the Web.

  • SD Gateway x
    The SD Gateway guides visitors through new thinking and solutions being developed by the Spinning Web Network--some of the world's leading sustainable development institutes.

  • World Resources Institute x
    WRI provides objective information and practical proposals for policy and institutional change that will foster environmentally sound, socially equitable development.

  • Earth Pledge x
    Identifies and promotes innovative techniques and technologies that restore the balance between human and natural systems.

  • Conservation Technology Information Center x
    Promotes environmentally and economically beneficial natural resource systems.

  • OneWorld x
    Promotes human rights and sustainable development. Site includes news, current projects, features and more.

  • Resources for the Future x
    A nonprofit and nonpartisan think tank that conducts independent research rooted primarily in economics and other social sciences on environmental and natural resource issues.

  • United Nations Sustainable Development x
    The Commission on Sustainable Development ensures the high visibility of sustainable development issues within the UN system and helps to improve the UN's coordination of environment and development activities.

  • Best Practices Database x
    Contains over 1100 proven solutions, from more than 120 countries, to the common social, economic, and environmental problems.

  • Friends of the Earth x
    A national environmental organization dedicated to preserving the health and diversity of the planet for future generations. FOE empowers citizens to have an influential voice in decisions affecting their environment.

  • Center of Excellence for Sustainable Development x
    A Project of the U.S. Department of Energy, the CESD includes the latest developments and research projects in land use planning, transportation, rural issues and more.

  • Sustainable Communities Network x
    Linking citizens to resources and to one another to create healthy, vital, sustainable communities.

  • Panos London x
    Panos London stimulates informed and inclusive public debate around key development issues in order to foster sustainable development.

  • National Councils for Sustainable Development (NCSD) x
    Promotes sustainable development at the national level, assists governments in decision-making and policy formulation, and follows up the implementation of international processes related to sustainable development.

  • Rocky Mountain Institute x
    Fosters the efficient and restorative use of resources to make the world secure, just, prosperous, and life-sustaining.

  • Novartis Foundation for Sustainable Development x
    Learn about Novartis' concept for development, which seeks to balance social and environmental concerns with economic growth and the expansion of business.

  • Global Energy Marketplace x
    Powerful, on-line searchable database of more than 2500 energy efficiency and renewable energy annotated web links.

  • Global System for Sustainable Development x
    The GSSD consists of an evolving quality controlled and highly cross-referenced index to some of the best resources and materials on sustainability to be found on the Internet.

  • International Institute for Sustainable Development x
    Promotes sustainable development in decision-making internationally by contributing new knowledge and concepts, analyzing policies, and building partnerships to amplify these messages.

  • Local Sustainability x
    Contains a guide to good practice in sustainability.

  • Sprawl Guide x
    The Sprawl Resource Guide is designed to familiarize you with several of the key issues associated with sprawl, and direct you to some of the wealth of information already available on the Web.

  • Sustainable Development Communications Network (SCDN) x
    Group of leading civil society organizations seeking to accelerate the implementation of sustainable development through broader, integrated information and communications about what we know.

  • Conservation Economy x
    Non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the emergence of a conservation economy along North America's rain forest coast, the region from San Francisco to Anchorage.

  • Florida Sustainable Communities Center x
    FDI helps develop networks and forums for professional design associations, state agencies, local governments, utilities, non-governmental organizations, and academic institutions in Florida.

  • Virtual Library on International Development x
    A collection of links to international development resources on the Internet. In English and in French.

  • Sustainable Life x
    Information, Products & Services to help you find ways to live a healthier, more socially & environmentally sustainable life.

  • Argus Clearinghouse: Sustainable Development x
    Directory of sustainable development web sites.

  • CGIAR: consultative Group on International Agricultural Research x
    Mission: To achieve sustainable food security and reduce poverty in developing countries through scientific research and research-related activities in the fields of agriculture, forestry, fisheries, policy, and environment.

  • Second Nature x
    A nonprofit organization working to help colleges and universities expand their efforts to make environmentally sustainable and just action a foundation of learning and practice.

  • Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education x
    Helping advance farming systems that are profitable, environmentally sound and good for communities through a nationwide research and education grants program.

  • Growth Management Institute x
    Nonprofit organization established to encourage effective and equitable management of growth and change in human habitats. The Institute promotes strategies and practices to achieve sustainable urban development and redevelopment in harmony with conservation of environmental qualities and features.

  • A Guide to Internet Resources in Sustainable Development x
    A guide designed to assist researchers and others with the task of locating information on sustainable development on the Internet.

  • The Canadian Arctic Resources Committee x
    CARC is working and encouraging others to treat the North with deliberation, care, and good stewardship.

  • California Center for Land Recycling x
    CCLR focuses on creating sustainable communities by encouraging and facilitating land recycling to revitalize urban areas, discourage urban sprawl, and conserve green space.

  • Centre for Sustainable Design x
    The Centre for Sustainable Design facilitates discussion and research about eco-design and environmental, economic, ethical and social (e3s) considerations in product and service development and design.

  • Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy x
    "Promotes resilient family farms, rural communities and ecosystems around the world through research and education, science and technology, and advocacy."

  • Center for Neighborhood Technology x
    Promotes public policies, new resources and accountable authority which support sustainable, just and vital urban communities.

  • Context Institute x
    A nonprofit research organization exploring and clarifying just what is involved in a humane sustainable culture - and how we can get there.

  • Cultural Survival x
    Recognized leader in educational and communication forums that advocate the rights, voice and vision of indigenous peoples--including the right to determine their own futures on their own lands.

  • Earth Island Institute x
    Provides in-depth information and resources from Earth Island's projects, award-winning journalism from the Earth Island Journal, and tools to directly address the environmental challenges we face.

  • Earth Summit Watch x
    A unique citizens' initiative holding governments accountable for their commitments to sustainable development.

  • Global Ecovillage Network x
    A grassroots non-profit organization that links together ecovillages and related projects around the world.

  • EcoIQ x
    Valuable information for professionals and laymen concerned about sustainable communities, businesses and households.

  • The Commons x
    A world-wide forum concerned with improving our understanding and control of technology as it impacts on people in their daily lives.

  • EcoTopia x
    A design strategy for the new millennium.

  • Green Business News and Information Resource x
    "The time has come where business can make a profit while helping the environment, or at the very least having little or no negative impact on it. Green business is the future."

  • National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service x
    In-depth publications on production practices, alternative crop and livestock enterprises, innovative marketing, organic certification, and highlights of local, regional, USDA and other federal sustainable ag activities.

  • Center for Construction & Environment x
    Fosters the implementation of sustainability principles into the creation of the built environment internationally.

  • Network for Change x
    A comprehensive resource for individuals, organizations and businesses working for social and environmental change.

  • The Land Institute x
    Purpose is to develop an agricultural system with the ecological stability of the prairie and a grain yield comparable to that from annual crops.

  • Facing the Future x
    Facing the Future strives to educate people about critical global issues, including population growth, poverty, over-consumption, and environmental destruction. They carry this out through a variety of program tracks.

  • Sustainable Development Dimensions x
    A global reference center for knowledge and advice on biophysical, biological, socio-economic and social dimensions of sustainable development.

  • Farmpreserve.com x
    Supports urban planning growth on a global scale, including the preservation of farmland.

  • Green Cross International x
    Founded by Mikhail Gorbachev in 1993, GCI helps create a sustainable future by cultivating harmonious relationships between humans and the environment.

  • Centre for Development and Environment x
    Focuses on the sustainable use of natural resources.

  • Sustainable Building Sources x
    Index of sustainable development resources. Includes a professional directory, the sustainable building calendar, an environmental directory and several other useful resources.

  • The Sustainable Building Coalition x
    A network of individuals interested in sustainable and ecological building, design and development.

  • Green Design Network x
    Focuses on designing and building a sustainable future. Site includes news, resource data base, links and more.

  • Greening of the Parks x
    Latest news and information concerning national park conservation and development.

  • Zero Population Growth x
    Nonprofit group working to slow population growth and achieve a sustainable balance between the Earth's people and its resources.

  • Communication Initiative x
    Effectively advocating the effect of communication on sustainable development through dialogues and debates.

  • Eldis x
    A gateway to online information on development in countries of the South. Coverage includes social, economic, political and environmental issues.

  • Institute of Energy and Sustainable Development x
    Provides the latest research and educational work in the field of sustainable development, including the efficient use of energy and renewable energy strategies.

  • Millennium Institute x
    Works to ensure a sustainable future through education, forums, planning models and other efforts.

  • The World Sustainable Agriculture Association x
    The WSAA works to restore harmony between people and nature.

  • LEAD International x
    Committed to making a contribution toward the creation of a global society in which development patterns will satisfy the shared needs and aspirations of all people and respect the Earth's living systems and natural resources.

  • Natural Life x
    Your guide to sustainable healthy living.

  • Bicycle Fixation x
    Covers a variety of topics, including: urban and suburban design, transportation modalities, habitat preservation, urban farming, and social and environmental economics.

  • High Country News x
    Covers environmental and growth issues in the Western U.S.

  • Mountain Forum x
    A venue for global linkage of individuals and organizations concerned with mountain cultures, the environment and sustainable development.

  • Sightline Institute x
    “Not-for-profit research and communication center formed to bring about sustainability--a healthy, lasting prosperity grounded in place.”

  • Natural Resources Institute x
    The NRI carries out research, development and training to promote efficient management and use of renewable natural resources in support of sustainable livelihoods.

  • The International Journal of Sustainable Development and World Ecology x
    A forum for reports and discussions of issues and ideas surrounding sustainable development. Focuses on aspects of ecology, economics and sociology related to sustainable development and world resources.

  • The Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA x
    RAFI-USA is dedicated to community, equity and diversity in agriculture.

  • Residential Environmental Design x
    Supporting the advancement of green architecture.

  • Resource Renewal Institute x
    A nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to support innovative environmental management in the U.S. and worldwide. RRI's main role is to promote the implementation of green plans--long-term, comprehensive strategies designed to achieve sustainability.

  • Sustainable Development Networking Programme x
    "The primary objective of the Sustainable Development is to reduce the absolute poverty of the world's poor through providing lasting and secure livelihoods that minimize resource depletion, environmental degradation, cultural disruption and social instability".

  • Pop Planet x
    "Where population, health, and the environment come together."

  • WWW Virtual Library: Urban Environmental Management x
    Directory includes important documents, how-tos, glossaries, statistics and links to other sustainable growth resources.

  • Updates on the Science of Population and the Environment x
    Focuses on the relationship between population growth and the environment, brought to you by the Union of Concerned Scientists.

  • Centre for Economic and Social Studies on the Environment x
    CESSE is a pluri-disciplinary research team which devotes its activities to the qualitative and quantitative evaluation of economic-environmental interactions.

  • Sustainable Farming Connection x
    Information and links to sustainable development-related organizations.

  • United Nations Economic and Social Development x
    The ESD tackles such interlocking issues as social development, the environment, population growth, human rights and sustainable development.

  • Sustainable Urban Neighbourhood Initiative x
    Provides a focus for research, training, promotion and technical assistance related to principles that will make cities more sustainable.

  • Real Goods x
    The Largest Selection of sustainable Products for Solar Living in the World.

  • World Business Council for Sustainable Development x
    A coalition of 125 international companies united by a shared commitment to the environment and to the principles of economic growth and sustainable development. Site includes news, a glossary and an overview of the WBCSD's work.

  • Sustainability Institute x
    Dedicated to sustainable resource use, sustainable economics, and sustainable communities.

  • About.com: Environmental Issues x
    Subjects include renewable energy, population, recycling and others.

  • Sustainable Development Networking Program x
    The SDNP studies the rise of Internet technologies and e-commerce and their effect on the global economy and developing countries.

  • Green Alliance x
    UK-based organization with programs and publications relating to sustainability.

  • Ecological Engineering Group x
    The Ecological Engineering Group seeks to design and manifest closed-loop processes in order to eliminate waste, just as nature does.

  • Ecosustainable Hub x
    One-stop connection to resources and tools on ecology, environment and sustainability.

  • Living on Earth x
    This weekly NPR radio program covers a variety of environmental issues, including pollution, sustainable development and transportation challenges.

  • RCO On-Line x
    Promoting environmental sustainability through waste minimization and resource conservation.

  • Project on Environment, Population and Security x
    An informative site on the overlapping issues of environment, population and security.

  • Waste Watch x
    A charity working to protect the environment by ensuring the sustainable use and disposal of scarce resources through waste reduction, re-use and recycling of materials.

  • Greencity x
    Helps emerging communities avoid mistakes made elsewhere by cities facing economic uncertainties, growth pressures and environmental constraints.

  • CORDIS x
    Learn about one of the European Commission's programs to balance the continent's competitiveness in the global economy with sustainable growth initiatives.

  • Whole Systems Foundation x
    Funds a variety of educational and research projects related to energy and resource conservation.

  • IWLA Sustainability Education Project x
    Works to further the notion that economic prosperity, ecological health, and equitable sharing among all people not only go together, they depend on one another.

  • Alternative Fuels & Advanced Vehicles Data Center x
    This Office of Transportation Technologies site has information on the latest advances in alternative fuels, vehicles, refueling sites, and more.

  • The American Solar Energy Society x
    ASES is a national organization dedicated to advancing the use of solar energy for the benefit of U.S. citizens and the global environment.

  • American Wind Energy Association x
    AWEA advocates the development of wind energy as a reliable, environmentally superior energy alternative in the United States and around the world.

  • Florida Solar Energy Center x
    FSEC is the largest and most active state-supported renewable energy and energy efficiency research, training and certification institute in the United States.

  • Re-Energy x
    Informative and educational site that teaches about various forms of Renewable Energy and then teaches you how to build and use them.

  • National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium x
    NAFTC fosters a clean environment for the benefit of all people through education, training and research dealing with advanced fuels and engine systems.

  • Renewable Energy Policy Project x
    REPP supports the advancement of renewable energy technology through policy research.

  • Alternative Technology Association x
    A non-profit community group that aims to use and promote environmentally friendly technology, including renewable energy sources such as the sun, wind and water; building with natural materials and conserving energy.

  • CANTEST x
    Find information on alternative fuels (propane or LPG, natural gas, hydrogen, methanol, ethanol, biodiesel), hybrid electric vehicles, batteries and fuel cells.

  • California Energy Commission x
    The California Energy Commission is the state's primary energy policy and planning agency, charged with ensuring a reliable and affordable energy supply.

  • Pollution.com x
    The latest nuclear energy and pollution news.

  • Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network x
    EREN contains comprehensive information on several alternative energy technologies, including: bioenergy, hydropower, wind, solar and geothermal.

  • Solar Energy International x
    SEI's workshops give individuals the knowledge and skills to design, install and maintain renewable energy systems and to build state-of-the-art solar homes that are efficient, practical, and earth friendly.

  • American Coalition For Ethanol x
    A non-profit membership association devoted to promoting the increased production and use of ethanol.

  • European Wind Energy Association x
    "The main objective of EWEA is to ensure that the general public, the media, decision makers and politicians are made aware of the reality of wind power, and understand the rapid progress being made in the industry which will allow wind energy to play an increasing role as a clean power for generations."

  • GreenMountain.com x
    The leading brand for cleaner electricity in the U.S.

  • Home Power x
    A leading source for renewable energy news and developments.

  • International Solar Energy Society x
    ISES is the oldest and largest international non-profit organization for the promotion of solar and renewable energy.

  • CALSTART's Advanced Transportation Website x
    Among the advanced transportation and alternative energy initiatives CALSTART is concerned with: fuel cell technology, electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles and natural gas use.

  • The National Wind Technology Center x
    Learn about the latest wind turbine research or browse the wind resource database.

  • AGORES x
    A global overview of renewable energy sources from the Official European Commission Web Site for Renewable Energy Sources.

  • EERE Biomass Program x
    The U.S. Department of Energy Biomass Program develops technology for conversion of biomass (plant-derived material) to valuable fuels, chemicals, materials and power, so as to reduce dependence on foreign oil and foster growth of biorefineries.

  • Union of Concerned Scientists x
    The UCS Energy Program examines the benefits and costs of our society's energy use, and promotes energy solutions that are renewable, safe, and cost-effective.

  • "The Veggie Van" x
    They call it "The Veggie Van" and they fuel it with used vegetable oil from fast food restaurants.

  • Energy.gov x
    The Department of Energy's new info-centric portal, providing information on the energy that surrounds you at school, home, work and in the community and world.

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    The EIA is responsible for energy data collection and dissemination of national and international data, including energy analyses and energy forecasts. Part of the U.S. Dept. of Energy.

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    Promotes energy efficiency and the use of alternative transportation fuels through 19 programs aimed at the residential, commercial, industrial, institutional and transportation sectors.

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    SESCI issues: energy conservation, building a strong Canadian renewable energy industry, and preserving a healthy, sustainable environment by increasing the use of solar and other renewable energies.

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    Arizona's top resource for solar energy issues, news, breakthroughs and more.

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    Acting to promote the use of wind power - an abundant, clean and sustainable source of energy.

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    Nonprofit national association dedicated exclusively to advancing the interests of the hydropower industry.

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    Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion.

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    An educational charity striving to achieve the best cooperation between the natural, technological and human worlds.

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    Launched in May 1986 originally as "The Hydrogen Letter," our publication is the voice of the international hydrogen and fuel cell communities, covering events and developments in this emerging field as they occur.

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    A coalition working to improve the quality of life, the environment and the economy of Minnesota by promoting energy efficiency and the sound use of renewable energy.

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    Touts the use of methanol as the "clear alternative" to gasoline. Offers information on methanol, fuel cell vehicles and reformulated gasolines.

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    The Source for Renewable Energy is a comprehensive guide to over 4000 renewable energy businesses and organizations around the world.

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    Fosters the use of renewable and sustainable energy, the responsible use of non-renewable forms of energy, and conveys the value of these practices for the preservation of the environment.

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    The NGVC represents more than 180 natural gas companies; engine, vehicle and equipment manufacturers; and service providers, as well as environmental groups and government organizations interested in the promotion and use of natural gas as a transportation fuel.

  • National Renewable Energy Laboratory x
    The U.S. Department of Energy's premier laboratory for renewable energy and energy efficiency research, development and deployment.

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    Contains references to documents related to sustainable energy technologies.

  • Renewable Energy Concepts x
    Mission: to prevent the depletion of natural resources and protect the beauty of our environment through the use of renewable energy and energy efficient products.

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    Offers tips for how to make your home energy-efficient.

  • Critical Mass Energy Project x
    A powerful voice for protecting Americaís natural resources by promoting renewable and energy efficiency technologies, watch-dogging nuclear safety issues, stopping the reckless disposal of radioactive waste, ensuring that environmental and consumer interests are protected as the electric utility industry deregulates, and improving transportation policy.

  • Solar Century x
    Promotes use of solar power through solar roofs and solar panels.

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    Solar Harvest is a mutual support and education organization promoting the use of alternative energy and living a sustainable lifestyle.

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    Conducts both scientific and policy research in the fields of energy, environment, biotechnology, forestry and a whole range of sustainable development issues.

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    Non-profit organization transportation initiatives that support smart growth and lower pollution levels.

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    The world's leading manufacturer of small battery charging wind turbines.

  • World Energy Council x
    The WEC analyses global, regional and local energy and energy-related issues, both current and for the longer term (now out to 2100).

  • Windpower Monthly x
    Often provocative, sometimes arrogant, occasionally irreverent, always informed, Windpower Monthly blows fresh air into the international energy debate.

  • Our Energy x
    Compact description of various renewable and non-renewable energy sources. Information on energy and its influence on ecology and environment.

  • Energy Alternatives x
    Progressive organization providing clean, renewable sources of power generation.

  • Southwest Technology Development Institute x
    A non-profit university-based organization that provides applied research and development services in technology development to private and public sector clients. SWTDI was established in 1977 as the New Mexico Solar Energy Institute, and has active research programs in energy and environmental systems.

  • Geothermal Technologies Program x
    Mission: establish geothermal energy as an economically competitive contributor to the U.S. energy supply.

  • AeroVironment x
    AeroVironment is known for product and technology innovation in clean energy and efficient vehicles.

  • IEA International Energy Agency x
    The IEA has established a legal framework for international collaboration and carries out an energy technology program among its 23 member countries including R&D, demonstration and information exchange.

  • SolarElectric.com x
    Contains 100+ pages of design information and equipment for making electricity with solar panels, wind generators and hydroelectric power.

  • International Geothermal Association x
    Encourages research, development and utilization of geothermal resources worldwide through the compilation, publication and dissemination of scientific and technical data and information.

  • Platts x
    Besides covering the U.S. and international energy markets, Platts also reports on oil, petrochemicals, non-ferrous metals, shipping, power and natural gas.

  • New Zealand Geothermal Association x
    Encourage research, development and use of geothermal energy in New Zealand.

  • The Energy Service Company x
    Experts in solar energy, with working experience in both active and passive solar systems.

  • The Energy Conservation Bookstore x
    Subjects include: alternative energy, biomass, energy efficiency, fuel cell, photovoltaics, renewable energy, solar, and more.

  • Bioenergy Information Network x
    Focuses on the domestic production, recovery, and conversion of energy crops and residues to economically priced, environmentally beneficial fuels and power generation.

  • Oak Ridge National Laboratory x
    Working to find ways to make buildings, industries, power generation, and transportation more energy-efficient and easier on the environment.

  • The Online Fuel Cell Information Center x
    "Everything you ever wanted to know about fuel cells . . ."

  • Greenpeace: Renewable Energy x
    Read a report which gives examples of energy efficiency and renewable energy technology currently in use and being developed in Central and Eastern Europe.

  • Home Energy x
    Information about alternative energy and energy conservation both for people who work on homes and for those who live in them.

  • Sandia National Laboratories: Wind Energy Technology x
    Laboratory conducts applied wind energy research in several areas to increase the viability of wind technology by improving wind turbine performance and reducing their cost.

  • Energy Literacy Advocates x
    "Energy Literacy Advocates (ELA) is a non-partisan, non-profit, public education organization working to improve the energy literacy of all sectors of our democracy."

  • INFORM, Inc. x
    INFORM has been a leader in promoting the use of cleaner, safer alternatives to gasoline and diesel fueled vehicles.

  • The Alternative Fuel Technology Center x
    Supports the reduction of harmful emissions, conservation of energy resources, reduction of dependence on foreign oil, as well as the development of the alternative fuel vehicle industry.

  • Atlantic Orient Corporation x
    A marketer of small wind turbines. Based in Canada.

  • National Hydrogen Association x
    Promotes the use of hydrogen, which it calls the "perfect fuel" that is "compatible with nature, rather than intrusive."

  • Build It Solar x
    Plans, tools, & information to help you build solar projects that save money & reduce pollution.

  • Consumer Energy Council of America x
    Founded in 1973, the CECA is the nation's senior public interest organization focusing on network industries.

  • Alternative Energy Institute x
    AEI's primary emphasis has been placed on wind energy, though certain research and education are also on solar energy.

  • National Energy Foundation x
    A nonprofit provider of educational materials and programs related to energy, natural resources, and the environment.

  • Wind Powering America x
    Mission to dramatically increase the use of wind energy in the United States.

  • Energy Information on Internet x
    Contains 880 detailed descriptions and characterizations of energy-related information sources that can be accessed through the Internet.

  • U.S. Fusion Energy Sciences Program x
    The mission of the U.S. Fusion Energy Science Program is to acquire the knowledge base needed for an economically and environmentally attractive fusion energy source.

  • The Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii x
    This unique ocean science and technology park houses several businesses that produce energy, desalinate water, grow lobsters and fish, produce algae and shellfish, grow cold climate fruit and vegetables in the tropics and much, much more.

  • Stanford Geothermal Program x
    Aids in the development of reservoir engineering techniques to allow for the production of the nation's geothermal resources in the most efficient manner possible.

  • Handbook of EnergyCrops x
    List containing descriptions of about 200 plant species that can be used to produce energy.

  • Dais-Analytic Corporation x
    Dais-Analytic Corporation is a leading developer and producer of a new class of patented membrane materials and PEM fuel cell designs with applications in energy generation, management and storage.

  • Northern Power Systems x
    Installer of commercial and industrial high reliability power systems.

  • The Electric Auto Association x
    Promotes the use of electric vehicles as a more "clean, quiet, efficient transportation choice."

  • About.com: Alternative Energy The Renewable Fuels Association x
    The RFA has been working for more than 15 years to expand the production and consumer use of ethanol fuels by removing regulatory and marketplace barriers.

  • Biofuels--BABFO x
    Organization dedicated to the promotion of transport fuels and oils from renewable sources.

  • Energy Crossroads x
    Wide array of pointers to energy-efficiency resources on the web.

  • MrSolar.com x
    "Your contact point for information, products and services about every aspect of solar, wind & water power."

  • Rezachek & Associates x
    Searchable compilation of information relating to renewable energy; efficient energy use; electric and hybrid vehicles (including solar cars).

  • Energy Central x
    Leading professional portal for those in the electric power industry.

  • Creative Energy Technologies x
    Renewable energy, efficient homes and appliances.

  • Planet Power x
    "Biomass Renewable Energy SuperSite: Energy Crop Agriculture, Biomass Co-firing Engineering, Environmental Benefits, Economics, Green Energy Marketing, and Renewable Energy Policy."

  • SHEC Labs x
    Working to provide a clean and viable alternative source of energy.

  • Texas Solar Energy Society x
    An educational organization formed to promote solar and other renewable energy applications.

  • ScienceDaily: Renewable Energy News x
    Archive of daily science news stories pertaining to renewable energy.
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