Learn how to improve energy efficiency in your in local government  through energy mitigation in commercial buildings, industrial buildings, and residential housing .  Join no-cost online training sessions available from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. 

Below is a list of ENERGY STAR and energy efficiency live web conferences, animated presentations, podcasts/pre-recorded trainings, and self guided presentations/powerpoints. 

Is your local government ready for a challenge? Join the ENERGY STAR Challenge! 

In order to sign-up for The Challenge your local government must pledge to help improve the energy efficiency of America’s commercial and industrial buildings by 10% or more. 

Click here for more details!

Check out this video on Energy Effiency and Sustainability brought to you by Florida State University's Centers for Sustainable Energy.

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