• If you’re thinking of making even bigger energy-saving changes to your home or property, such as installing a solar thermal electricity system, be sure to look into California’s Emerging Renewables Rebate Program, sponsored by the California Energy Commission. You may also call the Commission at (800) 555-7794 or send an email to renewable@energy.state.ca.us for further information. For more details on solar power and the City’s Generation Solar program, see our Solar Energy article.
  
  
• Visit PG&E’s Web site for other helpful Energy-Saving Tips, including the Energy Reduction Action Plan for Residential Customers. In addition, The San Francisco Department of the Environment provides a range of useful energy efficiency tips.
  
  
• If you live in an older home, take some time to read through the Historic Preservation Services’ Preservation Brief: Conserving Energy in Historic Buildings.
  
  
• Finally, before going ahead with any improvements to your home, make sure your plans are in compliance with the City’s Residential Energy Conservation Ordinance (RECO).