Nature, Science & the Environment

Animals, plants, astronomy, mathematics, chemistry, physics, earth science, paleontology, biology

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Online Resources

Authoritative sources of articles and reference information, brought to you by the Ridgefield Library unless otherwise noted. Have your library card handy for log-in.

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Websites

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All Weather Is Good

Green File
Includes information on the relationship between human beings and the environment, with well-researched topics ranging from global warming to recycling to alternate fuel sources and more.

Alliance to Save Energy
Nonprofit coalition of business, government, environmental & consumer leaders that undertakes research, educational programs and policy advocacy. Offers listing of no-cost and low-cost tips for saving money & energy.

American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy
Nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing energy efficiency as a means of promoting both economic prosperity and environmental protection.

Clean Energy Fund
Promotes clean and renewable energy used in CT. Contains information on clean and renewable energy sources, current and previous CT investments and how to apply for funding.

Connecticut Green Building Council
Chapter of U.S. Green Building Council - provides education about design and construction of high performance, energy efficient buildings along with information about the LEED rating system and "green" building resources in CT.

Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection Composting Videos
Three short videos for online viewing -Home Composting: Turning Your Spoils to Soil, Don't Trash Grass and Leaf Composting: Windrows of Opportunity.

CT Energy Info
Assists CT consumers in locating information about energy related matters and helps them identify strategies that can be used to lower energy consumption and cost.

Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy
Comprehensive source of information on state, local, utility and selected federal incentives that promote energy efficiency and renewable energy.

Home Energy Saver
Energy audit tool designed to help consumers identity the best ways to save energy in their homes and find resources to take advantage of cost savings.

Institute For Sustainable Energy
Established to identify, develop and implement the means for achieving a sustainable energy future for CT.

Low Impact Living
Comprehensive source for U.S. environmental service providers.

National Geographic Center for Sustainable Destinations
Travelers can find links to information on eco-tours and heritage travel, destination scorecards, and more.

National Resources Defense Council
Product information and suggestions for protecting the environment and more.

Ridgefield Action Committee for the Environment (RACE)
Dedicated to environmental education and activism on the local level.

Reduce.org
Tips on cutting waste.

Skin Deep
Rates the hazards in nearly 30,000 products, from baby wipes to styling mousse.

U.S. Department of Energy
Provides comprehensive list of energy-related topics.

Library Materials

Circulating materials, most reference books and non-fiction video shelved together in the stacks. Print magazines and newspapers on display or ask at the Reference Desk. Audiobooks on cassette and CD in the Fiction Room.

Books/DVD/Video/Audiobooks

Animals – 590
Astronomy – 520
Biology – 570
Chemistry – 540
Earth Science – 550
Environmental Sciences 333.7
Nature - 508
Paleontology – 560
Physics – 530
Plants – 580

Great Courses college lectures on CD, Cassette and DVD in the Fiction Room, including many science topics

Ask about our Resource List for International Year of Astronomy 2009

Magazines/Newspapers

Archaeology
Connecticut Wildlife
Connecticut Woodlands
Discover
National Geographic
National Wildlife
Natural History
Popular Science
Physics Essays
Science
Science News
Scientific American
Sierra
Sky & Telescope
See General Periodical Indexes online