Resources & Tools
Solar PV Energy Guide, Iowa Energy Center:
Considering installing solar at your home? Check out this comprehensive Solar PV Energy Guide, published by the Iowa Energy Center. It covers everything from how it works, getting started, site assessments, designing the array, sizing suggestions, calculating the system return on investment, and more!
Home Energy Analyzer: Use the Home Energy Analyzer to understand, and find ways to reduce, your energy consumption.
Heating System Comparison Calculator: This calculator enables you to compare the cost to operate various heating systems, as well as the cost to operate the same system under different rate structures, or rate discount programs.
Cooling System Comparison Calculator: This calculator enables you to compare the cost to operate various cooling systems, as well as the cost to operate the same system under different rate structures, or rate discount programs.
Household Appliance Calculator: This calculator is intended to provide an estimate of how much energy you use for the electric and natural gas appliances in your home. TogetherWeSave.com: Using TogetherWeSave is a fun, intereactive way for members to learn what they can do to save energy, both big and small! Find interactive tools, reliable information, how-to videos, and other tips to save energy and money this year!
Energy eLibrary: Search by topic through an archive of energy-related newsletters and resources.
Home Energy Saver: See where you can save energy in your home! This free, online energy audit is customized to your home, your climate, and your family needs!
Home Energy Savings Guide: Small changes can make a difference. See what you can do to save energy in your home.
Commercial Energy Savings Guide: How can you save energy and money in your business?
Questions to Ask When Replacing Your HVAC: Should I replace all of my equipment at the same time? What size system do I need? What type should I buy? Find answers to these questions and more!
Appliance and Home Electronic Energy Use: Use this interactive, adjustable tool to see how much energy your electronics and appliances use and how much they cost to run each year.
