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Find renewable energy information here on our site!

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Learn about buying, storing and safely burning firewood.

Free or reduced Home Energy Assessments for most New Yorkers!

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.

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Saving Water & Energy

You can save water AND energy when you wash dishes by not leaving the water running and by only washing when you have a sink full of dishes. Find more tips here.

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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.

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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).

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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!

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Last updated February 7, 2024

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.

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