Our Sources

The following resources were used to develop the Take Care of Texas tips. Population figures from the United States Census were utilized to determine numerical data. If you would like additional information, please contact us.

Energy Star - A joint program on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy.

Energy Savers - A joint effort of the U.S. Department of Energy, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Edison Electric Institute - An association of U.S. shareholder-owned electric companies.

Fuel Economy - A joint project of the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Green Seal - A nonprofit organization that works with manufacturers, industry sectors, purchasing groups, and governments at all levels to "green" the production and purchasing chain.

National Safety Council - A nonprofit, nongovernmental, international public service organization dedicated to protecting life and promoting health.

State Energy Conservation Office - Texas state agency mission is to help Texas make the most of domestic energy, reduce state and local government energy costs, and promote cost-effective clean energy technologies.

Texas Water Development Board - State agency providing leadership, planning, financial assistance, information, and education for the conservation and responsible development of water for Texas.

U.S. Department of Energy - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Resources.

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency