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Escarpment Telecom (Renewable Telecom, when CFRE is the partner charity)
You can help Citizens for Renewable Energy (CFRE) raise money simply by phoning people long-distance when you use Escarpment Telecom as your long-distance phone carrier. (You may have heard of "Renewable Telecom"--this is what Escarpment telecom is called when the "partner charity" identified is CFRE.) By using Renewable Telecom, 10% of every phone bill payment goes to CFRE, and 10% goes to the Escarpment Biosphere Conservancy.
There are two plans that interest most people. They are as follows:
- (within Canada) $20 monthly maximum, with an 800 minutes maximum. Phone calls cost 10 cents/min 6 pm to 8 am and weekends (to a maximum of $20). Between 8 am and 6 pm on weekdays, they cost 15 cents/minute.
- (within Canada) 10 cents/minute any time, any day.
Calls to the USA cost 15 cents/minute. Calls overseas have low flat rates (if you are interested in any specific countries, please call the number below to find out the rate).
Also, you get a tax receipt for 10% of your phone bill. This is for the money that is contributed to conserve the Niagara Escarpment. Another 10% goes to a partner charity (e.g. CFRE)--you do not get a tax receipt for this because CFRE is not a registered charity.
If you are interested, you can telephone 1-416-960-8121, go to the Escarpment Telecom web page or send an email to rbarnett@escarpment.ca . Remember to state that you wish CFRE to be your partner charity!
Renewable Energy Organizations
Wind Chaser workshop
B.C. Citizens for Green Energy
Encouraging a legacy of clean, renewable energy for future generations
Bruce Peninsula Environment Group
The Bruce Peninsula Environment Group is committed to preserving the unique ecology of the Bruce Peninsula and promoting a greater awareness of the diverse flora, fauna, geology, and cultural history of this region. One of BPEG's committees is "Renewable Energy". BPEG is a member of CFRE.
Canadian Solar Industries Association
CanSIA promotes solar industries in Canada. You will find information, products and services that will educate and assist you in purchasing a product that suits your needs.
The Canadian Wind Energy Association
CanWEA's Mission is to represent the wind energy community, comprised of organizations and individuals who are directly involved in the development and application of wind energy technology, products and services, and to support the appropriate development and application of all aspects of wind energy including the promotion of a suitable policy environment.
Energy Systems and Design
Energy Systems and Design offers a wide array of micro-hydroelectric products and services.
Folkecenter for Renewable Energy
The Folkecenter for Renewable Energy is an independent, non-governmental organization. It was established in 1983 to pave the way for renewable energy by developing, testing, and demonstrating technologies which are designed for manufacturing in small and medium scale industries. (In Denmark)
Kortright Centre for Conservation
They provide a variety of unique learning opportunities to public, school and organized groups who visit their 800 acres of greenspace. Kortright is home to Canada's largest demonstrations of renewable energy technology.
OMAFRA - Electricity Generation Using Small Wind Turbines At Your Home Or Farm
A fact sheet on using small-scale wind turbines.
Pembina Institute
An independent, not-for-profit environmental policy research and education organization.
People- & Planet-Friendly events
A free, weekly e-mail newsletter about peace, sustainable living, environment and human rights. This particular link provides an introduction to sustainable energy in Canada and the world, including many other useful links.
Re-Energy.ca
Re-Energy.ca is a renewable energy project kit that can be downloaded and printed from the world wide web - for free! Re-Energy.ca explores wind energy, water energy, solar energy, biomass energy and more.
Renewable and Electrical Energy Division - Natural Resources Canada
Renewable Energy Deployment Initiative (REDI), Green Power, RETScreen , Publications and Information
Rocky Mountain Institute
an entrepreneurial nonprofit organization that fosters the efficient and restorative use of natural, human and other capital to make the world more secure, just, prosperous, and life sustaining.
Solar Cooking Archive
Plans, FAQS, Resources, Discussion, and anything else you wanted to know about solar cookers or solar cooking.
Solar Energy Society of Canada
promotes the increased use of solar and other renewable energies in Canada. To promote these goals SESCI has developed programs in three broad areas: education, technical development and public policy. Through these programs SESCI supports energy conservation, industry, and all forms of renewable energy, such as active and passive solar, photovoltaic, micro hydro, biomass, wind and earth energy.
Solar Nova Scotia
Solar Nova Scotia promotes an accelerated move to a 'soft energy path,' incorporating energy conservation and all forms of renewable energy: passive and active solar, photovoltaics, wind, biomass, geothermal. We believe that these technologies are the key to a sustainable future, both regionally and globally.
Wind Chasers
This site has been constructed to give people information about home built wind turbines, energy conservation and more.
World-wide Information System for Renewable Energy (WIRE)
This non-profit initiative is aimed at providing a rich suite of information resources and tools for the Renewable Energy community. WIRE is an initiative of the International Solar Energy Society (ISES).
Worldwatch Institute
Their work revolves around the transition to an environmentally sustainable and socially just society—and how to achieve it.
 World Council for Renewable Energy (WCRE)
The WCRE is the global voice for Renewable Energy. As a nonprofit and non-governmental globally working organization it is focused on developing policies and strategies for Renewable Energy. Its mission is to bring Renewable Energy into the mainstream of world economy and lifestyle.
CFRE is a member of WCRE.
Energy Efficiency Organizations
Alliance to Save Energy
A U.S. site with tips on how to save energy, among other things.
Building Energy Efficiency Research (BEER) (Hong Kong)
The objective of this research study is to formulate effective strategies for achieving energy efficient design in architecture and buildings. Through the analysis of the climate and building energy performance, a better understanding of building energy design can be developed.
Green Communities Association
Their mission is to build sustainable communities through resource conservation, pollution prevention, and the adoption of ecologically sound practices
Energuide for Houses
Plan for home comfort, increase energy performance and cut your energy bills.
Pembina Institute--Purchasing energy-efficient appliances
Tips on purchasing energy-efficent appliances.
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network - U.S. Department of Energy
Comprehensive resource for the U.S. Department of Energy's energy efficiency and renewable energy information.
 Lighten Up
Lighten Up is designed as an initial and long-term commitment to conservation.
Government Information
Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
Energy Opportunities.
Ontario Ministry of Energy
It is possible to obtain rebates of the PST paid for solar panels. Phone 1-877-482-9329 for more information.
Hydro One
Hydro One's new Net Metering program offers residential, farm, and business customers the opportunity to lower their electricity bills by using environmentally sound Renewable Energy Technologies ("RETs"). Phone 1-866-280-7712 for further net metering information with Hydro One.
(If you are served by another utility, contact them directly)
Fuel Cell Links
Ballard
Ballard® fuel cell and fuel cells are widely viewed as viable alternatives to conventional technologies. Ballard's focus is now on working with its strategic partners to develop competitive products for mass markets by reducing cost and implementing high volume manufacturing processes.
Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Letter
The voice of the international hydrogen and fuel cell communities, covering events and developments in this emerging field as they occur. Every Month. Worldwide.
Fuel Cells 2000
On-line Fuel Cell Information Center
Fuel Cell Today
Fuel Cell Today is the global internet portal for companies and individuals with an interest in the commercialization of fuel cells. It is a a source for comprehensive and authoritative fuel cell news, commentary, resources and business opportunities.
International Fuel Cells
International Fuel Cells (IFC), a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), is a world leader in fuel cell production and development for commercial, transportation, residential and space applications.
DoD Fuel Cell Demonstration Program
This website summarizes the activities of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Fuel Cell Demonstration Program.
FUEL CELL WORLD
This page acts as a communication centre for fuel cell commercialisation activity worldwide. We aim to help the process by which fuel cells become economically competitive. Emphasis will be on the progress fuel cells are making to broaden their use in practical applications. The site provides links to fuel cell manufacturers and other fuel cell organisations.
Organizations Supportive of Renewable Energy Initiatives
Canadian Environmental Law Association (CELA)
CELA is a non-profit, public interest organization established in 1970 to use existing laws to protect the environment and to advocate environmental law reforms.By joining forces, they hope to share knowledge and tactics as they fight to preserve the health and environment of the province. Their principles are rooted in a genuine respect for the land and their neighbours, and they support responsible farming.
Canadian Institute for Environmental Law and Policy
Mission Statement: To provide leadership in the research and development of environmental law and policy that promotes the public interest and the principles of sustainability.
Knives and Forks, Advocates for Organic Agriculture
The "Feast of Fields" raised enough funds to allow "Knives and Forks" to contribute to worthy organizations which they consider help further organic agriculture. In each of 1999 and March, 2000, they contributed $500 to Citizens for Renewable Energy (CFRE).
Natural Life
A web site with many tips on how to live naturally.
Co-ops endorsing Green Power
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Powerful sun - solar panels are happy, Mary ain't.
by George Wright
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Go Solar Community & Co-ops
Rather than duplicating information, links to Co-ops endorsing Green Power can be reached on the GO SOLAR website.
In September, 2007, the Clean Air Foundation launched Go Solar, the source for information on solar technologies for the home in Ontario. The program highlights new government incentives, provides detailed information on solar technologies and what homeowners need to know to make their purchase. Go Solar hosts events with trained representatives for the public to learn more, and has an online Hot Stuff contest with solar prizes.
The Clean Air Foundation's Go Solar program has created a 'Community & Co-ops' resources page. This directory of Ontario community groups, cooperatives and organizations will provide information and links to assist those looking for resources for solar development within their communities.
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Renewable Energy Business Listings of Ontario
This is a section which lists Ontario businesses which manufacture, distribute, sell, and install renewable energy sources such as solar panels, solar hot water heaters, and wind generators. The section has its own page at http://www.web.ca/~cfre/reblo.htm
You can include your business in these listings by going to http://www.web.ca/~cfre/buslist.htm
Other Related Sites of Interest
Wind Generators, Shelburne, ON
Alternative Energy on "About the Human Internet"
A search engine and collection of alternative energy links. Most of the links are to solar, wind, and fuel cell web sites, but there are some others. CFRE does not necessarily endorse all of the "alternative" energy sources listed on this site.
Association for Canadian Educational Resources
Association for Canadian Educational Resources (ACER) is committed to the support and development of materials which promote environmental awareness and environmental science.
Canadian Climate Normals 1961-1990
This site allows you to find information on the average climate of your area--for example, you can find wind speeds and hours of sunshine.
Canadian Meteorological Centre
Forecasts, information, data--things that a person using the sun or wind for energy might be interested in.
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) is home to Canadians. In everything we do, we help Canadians live in safe, secure homes.
Click for Clean Air
Clickforcleanair.org offers you the chance to tell Canada’s political leaders to stop talking about climate change and start implementing solutions.
Climate Change Solutions
Canada's 'megasite' of interactive tools, resources and success stories on actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Earthday network
The motto of Earthday 2000 is "Clean Energy Now!"
Environment Canada
The "Green Lane"--Environment Canada's outreach site with information on climate change and nature, among other things.
Environmental Education Ontario (EEON)
Environmental Education Ontario (EEON) is a group of dedicated professionals from diverse fields who believe that in order to restore and retain a healthy environment for Ontario, we have to make informed decisions.
Fiscally Green
The purpose of this site is to provide a one-stop shop for information on ecological fiscal reform (EFR) in Canada and around the world.
THE GREAT CANADIAN NUCLEAR WASTE SAGA
The nuclear waste story (1980-1998) on the web (in three volumes). This is some of the background and history of this struggle over the Canadian high-level nuclear waste issue.
New Internationalist magazine on-line
New Internationalist exists to report on issues of world poverty and inequality; to focus attention on the unjust relationship between the powerful and the powerless in both rich and poor nations; to debate and campaign for the radical changes necessary if the basic material and spiritual needs of all are to be met.
Nuclear Information and Resource Service (NIRS)
NIRS is the information and networking center for citizens and environmental organizations concerned about nuclear power, radioactive waste, radiation, and sustainable energy issues.
Ontario Ministry of Energy
The site includes energy saving tips, PST rebate information, and other Ontario energy policy information.
Sierra Club of Canada
The Sierra Club of Canada participates in the Campaign for Nuclear Phaseout along with other organizations. Also, in conjunction with the Climate Action Network, the Sierra Club of Canada coordinated development of the Rational Energy Program.
Queen's University Solar Vehicle Team
After finishing second in the World Solar Car Challenge last October, the Queen's University Solar Vehicle Team has decided to take on an even greater challenge this summer; a challenge that no other team has ever attempted before - to drive across Canada in a record breaking time.
Renewable Energy Policies & Measures Database for IEA Member Countries
The database contains current national government policies for renewable energy acceleration.
WasteLink
The primary purpose of this site is to provide a reference source for radioactive waste management professionals - but they recognize that radwaste is a hotly debated and emotional issue in today's society.
World Information Service on Energy (WISE)
WISE is an information and networking center for citizens and environmental organizations concerned about nuclear energy, radioactive waste, radiation, and related issues.
Recommended Reading
These books have been recommended by our members. If you have any comments, additions, or replacements, please email cfre@web.net
 Using the Sun
Kachadorian, James. The Passive Solar House (Real Goods Independent Living Books) . Chelsea Green Pub Co, 1997. (ISBN 0-9300319-7-0)
A how-to book, recommended by a member who is buliding his own house.
Marbek Resource Consultants et al. Photovoltaic Systems Design Manual . Ottawa, Ontario: Minister of Supply and Services Canada. 1991. (ISBN 0-662-17090-3)
Available Free from Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. Assists potential users of photovoltaic systems to understand how they work and how to design and install a system.
Spiers, David and Royer, Jimmy. Guidelines for the Use of Batteries in Photovoltaic Systems . Sipoo, Finland: Paino-Center, 1998. (ISBN 952-9553-14-5)
A detailed book intended for designers and users of stand-alone photovoltaic systems who have to deal with the everyday particularities of batteries.
 Using the Wind
Marier, Donald. Wind Power For the Homeowner . Emmaus, Pennsylvania,: Rodale Press. 1981. (ISBN 0-8757-334-8 hardcover, 0-87857-350-X paperback)
A detailed book with information about placing, choosing, and installing wind turbines, and some discussion about the use of these systems now and in the future. A bit old, but a good resource when used in conjunction with newer books.
Woelfle, Gretchen. The Wind at Work: An Activity Guide to Windmills . Chicago, Illinois: Chicago Review Press. 1997. (ISBN 1-55652-308-4)
A fun book with activities and historical information. Recommended for people 8 years old and older.
The Whole House
Magwood, Chris and Mack, Peter. Straw Bale Building . New Society Pub. 2000. (ISBN 0-8657140-3-7)
How to plan, design, and build with straw, with a special focus on building-code compliance and northern climates.
 Kitchen and Bathroom
Del Porto, David and Steinfeld, Carol. Composting Toilet System Book . Chelsea Green Pub Co: 1999. (ISBN 0-9666783-0-3)
A Practical guide to choosing, planning and maintaining composting toilet systems.
Halacy, Beth and Halacy, Dan. Cooking with the Sun . Lafayette, California: Morning Sun Press, 1992. (ISBN 0-9629069-2-1)
How to build and use solar cookers; includes recipes.
Jenkins, J. C. The Humanure Handbook . Grove City, PA: Jenkins Publishing, 1994. (ISBN 0-9644258-4-X)
"A guide to composting human manure". An argument for composting human manure, and an overview of designing, installing and using composting toilets.
 General Books
McKirdy, Alexandra R. (ed). The Canadian Renewable Energy Guide, Second Edition . Burnstown, Ontario: Solar Energy Society of Canada Inc., 1999. (ISBN 1-894263-07-3)
A Canadian overview, with a bit of information about everything. Excellent resource.
Kemp, William. The Renewable Energy Handbook for Homeowners . Ontario: Aztext Press., 2004. (ISBN 0-9733233-0-3)
The hands-on guide to energy conservation and solar and wind power.
Peavey, Michael A. Fuel from Water: Energy Independence with Hydrogen, Revised Edition . Louisville, KY: Merit, Inc. 1995. (ISBN 0-945516-04-5)
A discussion about the use of hydrogen as a fuel in many applications.
Magazines and similar publications
Worldwatch Papers . Worldwatch Institute. See https://secure.worldwatch.org/cgi-bin/wwinst/
Natural Life Magazine . See http://www.life.ca
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