Energy
Energy

Buildings use at least 35% of the U.S. energy and 65% of U.S. electricity; therefore it is important to assess your dealership to make sure every effort is made to reduce the environmental impact associated with excessive energy use. A green dealership can result in as much as 30% cost saving in energy bills.
Check on local tax credits and incentives and consider a commissioning agency to verify your dealerships energy consumption.
Database for State Incentives for Renewable and Efficiency (DSIRE) is an information source of state, utility, and federal incentives that promote energy efficiency and renewable energy.

Other agencies include to EPA, DOE, Energy Star, and Alliance to Save Energy.
For information on solar energy visit the EPA at http://www1.eere.energy.gov/solar/

What is your goal for 2030? Log on the Architecture 2030 to get information on the 2030 Challenge for carbon neutral buildings by abandoning the use of fossil fuels.