Across Long Island people are responding to the energy crisis by making simple everyday changes such as using reusable containers , implementing the use of renewable energy in their homes by installing solar panels or by cutting back on their use of water.  Visit our directory of solar panel contractors on Long Island.

RELI (Renewable Energy Long Island)

“Is a membership-based, non-for-profit organization promoting clean, sustainable energy use and generation for Long Island. RELI seeks public participation in energy policy decisions to encourage energy efficiency, use of renewable energy sources, and to protect our environment, economy, and public health.”

This organization supports Long Island initiatives such as:

WindWorks - the Long Island Offshore Wind Initiative Learn about Renewable Wind Energy

LIshines - which hosts tours of solar homes on Long Island and green homes on Long Island

Renew LI - an initiative to pass legislation to inact a National Renewable Energy Standard

LI-CAN - Long Island Climate Action Network a grassroots movment providing speakers and taining for speakers looking to spread the word about global warming and climate change

GreenAAA - Reli’s Green Ask, Answer, Act providing expert answers to all of your green building questions and concerns

LISaves - Energy saving tips saving your pockets and the environment

GreenChoice - Green Power is electricity generated by renewable energy sources such as wind, hydroelectric, biomass or solar energy

Some other useful sites which you can use to better educate yourself on “going green” and reducing your carbon footprint:

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LIPA

Solar Energy Center

Neighborhood Network