Learn about Energy Studies, Rebates and Lighting for Small Businesses

Upcoming event on Maui that which helps support small businesses increase efficiency. For more information check out High Tech Maui at:

http://www.hightechmaui.com/wp/?p=341

To Register Download Flyer:
http://www.hightechmaui.com/pdf/IndustryandManufacturesInvitation.pdf

Hawaii Energy

We recently learned how 30% of the 70% Clean Energy by 2030 goal is increasing efficiency. Here is the entity that is taking the lead to help Hawaii achieve that goal.

http://www.hawaiienergy.com/

Online Mapping & GIS Resources on Energy

• National Renewable Energy Lab(NREL) Map Search:
Dynamic Maps, GIS Data, & Analysis Tools
http://www.nrel.gov/gis/
• International UNEP GRID
http://maps.grida.no/
• ESRI: Map Museum
http://www.esri.com/mapmuseum/index.html
• ESRI: GIS for Renewable Energy Best Practices – An Article
http://www.esri.com/library/bestpractices/renewable-energy.pdf

IEI Kits Provide Hard Copies of Maps!

Here are the Online Sources and Versions for the Maps Provided in Island Energy Inquiry Kits:

Solar Energy Maps of Hawaii
http://hawaii.gov/dbedt/info/energy/publications/solardata/
Wind Energy Map of Hawaii
http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/maps_template.asp?stateab=hi
Energy Potential for Hawaii
http://www.eia.doe.gov/state/state_energy_profiles.cfm?sid=HI

10/10/10 - International Event with 350.org

Participate in an event on Your Island to Be a Part of A Solution to Climate Change!

10/10/10 - This is the signature annual event for 350.org, an organization trying make a difference in reducing C02 levels in our atmosphere NOW!

Search for an event near you!

350.org
http://www.350.org/en

Blue Planet - CFL Exchange Programs & Much More!

The Blue Planet Foundation
http://blueplanetfoundation.org/index.php

Molokai Residents Exchanged Incandescent Bulbs for CFLs over a two month period! Over 30,000 CFLs are now lighting up homes and businesses in a more efficient way on island!

Lokelani Intermediate School is leading an exchange program on Maui! Help them out and save energy by exchanging your bulbs for new CFLs!

Science Supplies Resource - Kelvin.com

Kelvin Educational
http://www.kelvin.com/

Recommended by Colin, Environmental Science Teacher at Lahainaluna HS