
	Clean Energy Coalition Has Moved! Clean Energy Coalition's tremendous growth over the past year warranted a move to a much larger office. Located in Ypsilanti's beautiful, historic Depot Town, CEC's new space features 12-foot ceilings in a building over 150 years old. Our faithful readers may wonder about our building's energy efficiency. Fear not! Our dedicated staff, with assistance from efficiency experts around the region, has been working toward making the new space as efficient as possible. Visit our website for periodic updates. CEC Saves Green: Arbor Spray Foam Insulation Before moving into our new office, CEC staff member Chris Petit utilized thermal imaging* to provide visual detection of the building's air leakage paths and deficiencies in wall insulation. The resulting infrared scans prompted Arbor Spray Foam to provide the labor and materials for our space. Spray foam insulation acts as an air and sound barrier, reducing air infiltration in the building's envelope and dramatically increasing energy efficiency. The infrared picture at left, taken before Arbor Spray Foam's visit, shows there is no existing insulation in the building's external walls. With approximately 1,197 sq ft of 2x4 wall cavity, the wood studs are the warmest part of the wall. An Arbor Spray Foam technician, at left, works to seal the building's thermal envelope. The wall cavities quickly fill with open-cell spray foam in order to create a thermally-efficient space. The infrared picture at left, taken after Arbor Spray Foam's visit, shows a significant difference in wall temperature. The foam insulation, added to the empty cavities of existing walls, will significantly decrease future energy bills. Want to see more photos of the project? View them on Flickr. Many thanks to Arbor Spray Foam for their incredibly generous donation of materials and labor! *Thermal imaging made possible from our partner, HomeFree Energy. Save the Date: Ann Arbor Mayor's Green Fair The ninth annual Mayor's Green Fair is set for Friday, June 12, 2009 from 6pm-9pm in downtown Ann Arbor. With streets closed for this free event, all are welcome to learn about clean energy, green commuting, biking, and meet the environmental leaders of Washtenaw County! Live music and special youth activities will also be featured. If your organization is interested in participating in the Ann Arbor Mayor's Green Fair, please contact us! It's Almost Here! 2009 Earth Day Festival Mark your calendars for the 2009 Earth Day Festival, which is scheduled for Sunday, April 26 from 12:00 - 4:00pm at the Leslie Science and Nature Center (LSNC). The festival - which drew over 3,000 attendees in 2008 - will feature several diverse subjects, including Air Quality, Conservation, Food, Renewable Energy, Solid Waste, Trees, Transportation, Water, and Wildlife. This free family-friendly event includes the participation of over 40 local organizations. Youth-oriented educational displays, art projects, and experiments will all be part of the fun. Additional highlights will include green building, live animal programs, musical entertainment, and face painting. The All Species Parade is a chance for area children to dress up as their favorite animal or plant and join a parade to celebrate. If your organization is interested in sponsoring or participating in the 2009 Earth Day Festival, contact us for more information.		Newsletter Sponsor Clean Energy Coalition is accepting applications for stakeholders and supporters. As a CEC stakeholder, your business or organization will support innovative programs and activities that reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. In fact, every $1 invested in CEC programming results in 20 gallons of fossil fuels displaced annually. For more information - and to see the many benefits of becoming a CEC stakeholder - download our Stakeholder Benefits Flyer and Application here. Get Involved Energy Tips Did you know? According to the U.S. Department of Energy, only about 20% of homes built before 1980 are well insulated. Adding insulation to a home's attic, walls, basement, and crawl space may be one of the best ways to improve a home's energy efficiency. The DOE recommends insulating your home if you fit one or more of the following scenarios: * You have an older home and haven't added insulation. * You are uncomfortably cold in the winter or hot in the summer—adding insulation creates a more uniform temperature and increases comfort. * You build a new home, addition, or install new siding or roofing. * You pay high energy bills. * You are bothered by noise from outside—insulation muffles sound. To learn more about the benefits of adding insulation and sealing air leaks, visit the DOE's website.


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