Coming Soon: Energy Outlet  

Did you know that CEC is on the brink of expanding?

Thanks to the new support of clean energy programs throughout Michigan and the United States, CEC is ready to take advantage of the opportunities that lie ahead. We’ve moved our offices to Ypsilanti’s beautiful and historic Depot Town, and we’re getting ready to interact with the public in a myriad of new ways.

Opening in early June, CEC’s Energy Outlet at 44 East Cross Street (Ypsilanti, Michigan) will be home to not only CEC’s offices, but also a retail and educational space for the public. Monthly and bi-weekly classes will be offered to the public on topics such as home energy audits, weatherization, solar power options, utility bill reduction, and more.  Whether our customers want to learn about greening the planet or just reduce their energy bills, the Energy Outlet will offer a one-on-one conversation with each customer who walks in the door, helping each of them meet their own unique needs.

Partnership opportunities abound for individuals and businesses! Whether you are interested in donating directly or joining CEC in a Stakeholder partnership, you will be supporting CEC’s goal of creating healthier, energy independent communities.

Contact Deb Heed at deb@cec-mi.org for more information!

Date Set: 2nd Annual MCT Expo & Awards Gala

The second annual Michigan Clean Transportation Expo & Awards Gala (MCT) has been scheduled for Tuesday, September 29, 2009 at Rock Financial Showplace in Novi, Michigan. The MCT Expo & Awards Gala is the place to find solutions to pressing clean transportation issues. With something for everyone - the MCT Expo & Awards Gala is a must attend event to keep in-the-know on cutting edge transportation opportunities.

 
MCT runs from 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm on September 29 and includes three unique tracks:

1. Tech Theater presentations from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
2. Networking and Cocktails from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
3. Awards Gala Dinner from 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Sponsorship and exhibiting opportunities are available!  For more information, contact Robyn Skodzinsky at robyn@cec-mi.org.

The ninth annual Mayor's Green Fair is set for Friday, June 12, 2009 from 6pm-9pm in downtown Ann Arbor.  Downtown Main Street will be open only to pedestrians for free entertainment and over 100 exhibitors with environmental information, hands-on youth activities, a clean energy expo, green construction, alternative transportation and green commuting options, BikeFest 2009, walking tours, and booths from the environmental leaders of Washtenaw County!

Make an Impact

For every $1 invested in CEC programming results in 20 gallons of fossil fuels displaced annually. And since CEC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, your donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.

If you donate now, your investment will be made 50% stronger!  For every two dollars  donated to Clean Energy Coalition, the State of Michigan Energy Office will match with $1

Give today.

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Recently, Arbor Spray provided free labor and materials to insulate CEC's new office.  The insulation acts as an air and sound barrier, reducing air infiltration in CEC's building envelope and dramatically increasing our energy efficiency. 

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Energy Tips

Did you know?
Sizing is important for both room air conditioning units and central air conditioning systems.  Units that are too big for their space work inefficiently and are less effective that smaller, properly sized units.

The U.S. DOE recommends the following 'Cooling Tips':

*Do not set your thermostat at a colder setting than normal when first turning on your system. Your home will not cool any faster and could result in excessive cooling and unnecessary expense.

*Try an interior fan with your window air conditioner to spread cooled air through your home.

*Move lamps or TV sets away from your air conditioning thermostat. The thermostat senses heat from appliances and can cause the air conditioner to run longer than necessary.

*Plant trees or shrubs to shade air conditioning units. Be sure they do not block airflow.

 
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