The annual National Solar Tour is organized by ASES.
The Solar Tour offers participants an opportunity to tour homes and buildings to see how neighbors are using solar energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable technologies to reduce their monthly utility bills and help tackle climate change.
In October 2008, nearly 140,000 attendees visited more than 5,000 solar homes, businesses, and schools in 3000 participating communities throughout the United States. The Solar Tour takes place annually during the first Saturday in October, in conjunction with National Energy Awareness Month.
A focus of the tour is on energy-saving techniques and sustainability through building design, energy efficient appliances, and the use of green materials during remodeling. Tours also provide information on how to save money with federal, state and local incentives.
In 2008, events were scheduled for every state except Idaho, Mississippi, North Dakota, South Dakota.
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