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“Energy Program News: Solar Power has increased 5,900% since the 2001 Energy Crisis”, __Environment California__, 7/4/06, [|www.environmentcalifornia.org/newsroom/energy/energy-program-news/solar-power-has-increased-5900-since-the-2001-energy-crisis]

California has a goal of building 3000 MW of solar power on a 1,000,000 roofs by 2016, according to this article. This article summarizes the California Solar Initiative, which was introduced as SB1 in 2006. California has installed 177 MW of solar power on nearly 20,000 homes, business, and schools since 2001.-M.Garmon

“Overview of Wind Energy in California”, __California__ __Energy Commission__, 7/3/06, [|www.energy.ca.gov/wind/overview.html]

This article indicates that there is enough wind power in the U.S. to power the entire country. The federal government and the State of California provide tax credits for wind power which is generated at wind farms. This article states that wind power does not create any pollution. Wind farms to require large land use. In the year 2004, wind power constituted 1.5% of the State’s power-M.Garmon

__Shawn__ __Press Release – Text of Letter from Governor Schwarzenegger and Governor Richardson to__ __Western Governor’s Association__. Office of the California Governor. 14 April 2004  In April of 2004, Governor Schwarzenegger and Governor Richardson, of New Mexico, sent a joint letter to the Energy Summit at the Western Governor’s Association which outlined the two Governor’s efforts for clean and efficient energy sources. These sources of energy are relatively untapped and include: solar, wind, zero-emission coal, biomass, and energy conservation. Again, this release is thin on background and technical information, but it makes these two Governor’s positions clear on their efforts to secure more alterative energy sources. __The Bright Schools Program__. California Energy Commission. 21 May 2007  This site is a schools administrator’s guide to the Bright Schools Program. This program is a great example of what the State’s government is doing to promote energy efficiency and alternatives. This program assist schools with the purchase and installation of energy efficient equipment, like light bulbs and new HVAC systems, these improvements can save schools up to 20% on their energy cost. For existing schools, this program conducts energy audits, reviews existing designs, and assists in contractor selection, among other assistance. For new school construction, part of what this program does is provide design and equipment specification consultation, and reviews schematics and construction plans. This site also discusses the application process for schools administrators. __California’s Major Sources of Energy__. California Energy Commission. 21 May 2007  This source is a one page diagram that outlines the major sources of energy in California. The top three in-state generated electricity is from natural gas, nuclear, and large hydro. This diagram also breaks down where the imported energy is coming from. Our largest out of state energy supplier is the Rockies and Southwest. Go to this site for the big picture! __