eTools for Clean Energy
The following eTools provide a guide and overview of these clean and sustainable energy practices.
Green Roof
- Alternative Energy Facilities
Alternative energy systems such as photo-voltaic solar and wind turbine electric generation facilities are established examples of sustainable technologies, and they have become increasingly attractive to businesses and individual homeowners. - Electric Vehicles
Electric vehicles help to reduce carbon emissions, improve air quality, and promote energy efficiency. - Energy Audits for Municipalities
A municipal energy audit analyzes energy usage and identifies ways to reduce energy consumption and areas where energy can be better utilized. - Green Development Codes and Ordinances
Green development codes and ordinances are environmentally-responsible and resource-efficient construction and land development regulations. - Green Roofs
A green roof is a building roof that is covered with vegetation that grows in a special lightweight material and supports sustainable stormwater management. - Outdoor Lighting
While proper outdoor lighting is vital for accurate and safe nighttime visibility, excessive or unneeded lighting can create a nuisance, be dangerous to drivers, and may disrupt the environment.