If this seems a bit overwhelming there is help:

CONTACT:

• Aaron Clausen @DPD    978-446-7200 x 1422
  aclausen@lowellma.gov 
• Sandy Swaile @DPD       978-446-7200  x 1419
  sswaile@lowellma.gov

There is a mini energy library in the DPD Planning Office

• Nexus / Green Building Roundrable     617-374-3740

  greenroundtable.org

  There is a huge energy library at Nexus located their office: 38 Chauncy St. 7th floor, in Boston

• Lowell Green Building Commission

    greenbuilding.lowellma.gov

The Green Building Commission web page provides a number of resources related to energy efficiency and renewable energy technology.