Find renewable energy information here on our site!

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Learn about buying, storing and safely burning firewood.

Follow the link to see if you qualify for a FREE home energy audit. Contact our Community Energy Advisor for more information. https://www.smartenergychoices-cny.org/

Energy

In this section of our website, CCE-Onondaga offers resources that can help you learn about ways in which you can reduce energy consumption and use energy resources more efficiently.

Smart Energy Choices

Our trained Energy Advisors can suggest ways to save energy and money, and connect you to resources, financial incentives, and local contractors. Call today!

Winter Energy Tips

Heating is by far one of our biggest energy expenses. Find tips here on how you can reduce energy costs to heat your home.

CFL lightbulb surrounded by incandescent bulbs (NOTE: this is used by CCE-Tompkins as the image for $ave Energy, Save Dollars workshops)

Energy-Saving Lighting

Switch from incandescent to LED lightbulbs and cut your home energy costs. LEDs last up to 20 times longer than incandescent bulbs, use less electricity, and don’t contain mercury, like compact fluorescents (CFLs).

2014 National Radon Poster Contest, 3rd Place winner in New Jersey

Radon, Lead, Asbestos, Mold

These indoor pollutants could be an issue in your home. Learn about testing and mitigation, here on our Indoor Air Quality pages!

Last updated July 11, 2022

Energy

What is a Home Energy Assessment?

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What is a Home Energy Assessment? Do I need one?

Learn how an assessment can help you save money, save energy, and create a cleaner, healthier home.Watch this brief clip to find out.

In the News!

CCE Onondaga's Energy Educator spoke to Bridge Street on NewsChannel 9 about easy steps residents can take to make their home healthier and more comfortable while saving energy costs.

Click here to watch the interview.

Funding for Weatherization Programs EXTENDED and Income Caps INCREASED

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Having an energy assessment qualifies you for incentives, rebates, and low-interest loans that can be applied to the costs of your energy efficiency improvements. State and federal incentives have increased and can now help cover 50%-100% of the work for income-eligible households.

Due to added financial stress from the pandemic the income eligibility has expanded, meaning many households that have previously had an income that was too high may now qualify for these funds.

Call ore-mail us today to see if you qualify!