Flu.gov – this is the federal government’s web site for the latest information on H1N1 (swine flu), the seasonal flu, and H5N1 (avian influenza).

H1N1 and Influenza – this is a free evidence-based information portal provided by EBSCO Publishing.

Use Less Stuff This site is dedicated to helping us make more informed decisions about products and packaging and thereby conserve resources and reduce waste.

EPA WaterSense Program sponsored by the Environmental Protection Agency this site provides information on saving water and choosing water-efficient products.

H₂OUSE: Water Saver Home developed by the California Urban Water Conservation Council and sponsored by the EPA this site features a graphic tool to navigate throughout a house. Each area has the facts on potential savings and advice on how to save water in your home and garden. Lots of good how-to information and links to other helpful sites.

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Home Energy Saver designed to help consumers identify the best ways to save energy in their homes and locate the resources to make the savings happen. After calculating energy use and identifying savings opportunities the consumer can tailor savings estimates based on location. Two other features worth noting are the Making It Happen and the Energy Librarian modules which connect users with “how-to” information resources throughout the Internet.

U.S. Department of Energy: Energy Savers Home Page features calculators to help evaluate your home’s energy use and calculate savings you can achieve with improvements.

National Fenestration Rating Council The NFRC is the nonprofit organization that administers the only uniform, independent rating & labeling system for the energy performance of windows, doors, skylights, and attachment products.