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How to Use the Conservation & Renewable Energy Inquiry & Referral Service

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The Conservation and Renewable Energy (EERE) Inquiry and Referral service is a government agency that offers free advice and literature for those seeking environmentally friendly solutions for renewable energy technology. The service offers tips and sources for the green construction of new buildings and energy conserving tips for older buildings. Below is a guide to receiving information and referrals from the agency.

From Quick Guide: Conserving Energy at Home
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Visit the agency's website and look at menu on left hand side to determine what branch your inquiry comes under. Whether it is alternate car fuels or solar paneling, the site offers a comprehensive list of topics to from which to choose.

  2. Step 2

    Determine topic of inquiry and then click on the "EERE Information Center" tab at top right-hand corner of home page. The site offers both telephone and electronic form inquiry methods. The phone number is 800-363-3732 and the inquiry email address is doe.erec@nciinc.com. The form offers a printed and emailed copy of your inquiry for your records.

  3. Step 3

    Enter your inquiry and contact information in the boxes provided by the e-form, and submit.

  4. Step 4

    Research other available information sources. On the same page as the inquiry form are links to databases and literature offered by the energy agency along with a guide to using the resources on the website.

  5. Step 5

    Use the title list on the website to find further information on your specific project. From a link on the inquiry page called "Searching EERE's Website for online resources," a host of additional information exists. All information is printable and offers further database links.

  6. Step 6

    Contact the agency by telephone at 703-893-0400 if website does not provide information or you have trouble accessing the information. You can also write to them at: PO Box 3048, Merrifield, VA 22116. The EERE can mail or fax information to you if you are having trouble with Internet access.

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