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Rural Futures:Energy

Saving Energy Books - We tend to take energy for granted, consuming more and more with just a flip of the switch. When the bills come in, we faint, then grumble as we pay the escalating costs thinking "what can you do?" You CAN do something. These books give you a number of insights on how to save energy around the home, in your mobile home, in your everyday useage, and when you cool your house for summer. From landscaping for savings, to selecting a new air conditioner, any one of these books will give some excellent advice.
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Rural Futures:Energy:Biofuels

Bioenergy Books - There are certainly more books out there than the two listed here, but its a good place to start if you are looking for some solid print information on biofuels.
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Biogas: Manure to Methane Generation - Biogas: Manure to Methane Generation Phil Lusk of PRIME Technologies believes he's found an environmentally friendly way to produce ethanol, feed cattle and keep South Dakota ranchers in business at the same time.
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Ethanol Plant Analyzer - Montana State University - A GIS driven tool for assessing ethanol feasibility, this mapping application allows you to see what would happen to corn prices in a local area if you opened an Ethanol Plant and provides an understanding of where your grain flows will come from for a new plant.
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Rural Futures:Energy:Solar

Schools Using Solar Power - The Sun4Schools project, funded by the Universal System Benefits Charge of Northwestern Energy, resulted in the installation of 2-kW photovoltaic (PV) systems at 12 schools within the NorthWestern Energy service territory in Montana. The main objective of the project was to demonstrate the benefits of solar energy while providing a unique educational opportunity for students and their communities.
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Solar Power Recommended Books - If you are interested in solar power, as a consumer, home owner, rancher, farmer or student, this list of books on solar power recommended by Montana Green Power is a good place to find just the right one for you.
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Solar Water Heating Books - Solar Water Heating Reading List -- The following publications provide further information about solar water heaters. The list is not exhaustive, nor does the mention of any publication constitute a recommendation or endorsement. But if you are interested in solar water heating, this list of books is a good place to start.
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Rural Futures:Energy:Wind Power

A Landowner's Informal Guide to Negotiating for a Wind Farm - Commercial scale wind developments, or wind farms, have been around since the early 1980s. Montana has extensive wind resources. Wind developers are looking for suitable sites around the state. If you’re interested in offering your property as a site for a wind farm, you need to think about how you’ll make money from the project. If you’re serious, after reading this, hire a professional to help you negotiate with wind developers. pop
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Jacobs Wind Generator Systems - Marcellus and Joseph Jacobs were to the small wind turbine world what the Wright Brothers were to airplanes. From their ranch in Wolf Point Montana, the brothers developed the first commercially viable small wind energy generating system to produce electricity from wind. Take a look here for more.
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Montana State U-Bozeman Wind Energy Program - The MSU-Bozeman Wind Energy Program is developing design, testing and manufacturing processes for improved composite wind turbine blades.
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Montana Wind Working Group - The Montana Wind Working Group is an open group of industry, consumer and government representatives promoting the development of wind energy in Montana.
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Wind Energy Books - If you are interested in wind power and wind generated renewable energy, this list of books is a good place to start feeding your interest. From the history of wind power, to using wind to live "off the grid," to a good wind book aimed at the younger reader - this list is worth a good look.
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Wind Stakeholder Interview-Montana Public Service Commission - Wind Stakeholder Interview: Montana Public Service Commission -- "You don't have to be a utility commissioner to see that we need better regulatory policies to achieve the diversity, economic development, and environmental benefits of wind power." Read full interview with Bob Anderson, Montana Public Service Commission, Helena, Montana.
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Wind Stakeholder Interview-Montana Rancher and Professor - Wind Stakeholder Interview:Montana Rancher and Professor -- "Before the advent of Rural Electric Associations, farmers and ranchers in this part of the country depended on windmills to provide electricity. I like to think we're returning to our roots and the idea of self-sufficiency by installing small wind electric systems." Interview with Gordon G. Brittan, Jr., rancher and Regents Professor of Philosophy, Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana.
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Rural Futures:Government

. BAUCUS TELLS AG RALLY HE WILL FIGHT FOR RURAL AMERICA AND AGRICULTURE - BAUCUS TELLS AG RALLY HE WILL FIGHT FOR RURAL AMERICA AND AGRICULTURE March 21, 2000 (WASHINGTON, D.C.) – U.S. Senator Max Baucus (D-Mont.) today told a rally of American and Montana agriculture producers that he will continue fighting for Rural
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Leadership Montana - We face ever more complex issues regarding the health and security of our people, our management of natural resources, and an increasing need for business, education and government to be partners for a strong, growing Montana. Progress depends on developing a sustainable core of committed leaders who understand these issues, are willing to listen to and learn from each other, celebrate cultural diversity and diverse opinions, and demonstrate a passion for the Last Best Place.
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Rural Futures:Institutes Studies

University Of Montana Rural Institute - The Rural Institute: Center for Excellence in Disability Education, Research, and Service is committed to developing solutions to the unique challenges of living, working and recreating with a disability in rural settings. Funded by the Federal Administration on Developmental Disabilities(ADD), the Institute's wide range of grant-funded research, service and training projects blend innovative approaches and techniques with existing community services.
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Rural Futures:Sustainability

Corporation for the Northern Rockies - Sustainable Community Development - Corporation for the Northern Rockies helps communities protect local values, promote sound land use practices and policies, and shape sustainable economies. Based in Livingston, Montana, CNR is a sustainable economic development nonprofit serving Idaho, Montana and Wyoming. Here is information including: Sustainability Fair 2004, Livingston Farmer's Market, and the 9th Annual Wildlife Field Trip
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Rural Life

Rural Institute on Disabilities - The Montana University Affiliated Rural Institute on Disabilities is part of the national network of programs funded by the Administration on Developmental Disabilities (ADD) committed to assisting in the provision of interdisciplinary training, research, service demonstration programs, leverage of funds, and information dissemination which increases and supports the independence, productivity, and inclusion into the community of persons with developmental disabilities.
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Rural Life:Community Sustainability

Montana Campus Compact - The Montana Campus Compact (MTCC) is an organization committed to fostering a renewed vision for higher education, one that supports civic engagement through community service and volunteerism.
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Montana Heritage Project - What effect did the coming of television have upon life in Chester? How has ranching culture in Harlowton changed over the past 100 years? How did changes in the national economy affect the coal mining industry in Roundup? How did people in Libby respond to the influx of people during the construction of Libby Dam? How did World War II affect women in Townsend?Montana students explore their community to develop a sense of place, roots and home.
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Rural Life:Explore Opportunities

Montana Manufacturing Information System (MMIS) Home Page - The MMIS has an excellent database of information on manufacturing going on in Montana anywhere: alphabetical list of manufacturers, by product, by city, by type; partners, (university, state, federal) and other information.
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North-central Montana is focus of tourism effort - Cultural tourism focuses on attractions unique to an area. It features businesses with a cultural twist, like artists' studios, shops and galleries with an emphasis on local crafts; events like craft fairs or cultural activities like powwows, rodeos and cowboy poetry readings; and lodging with a local feel like bed and breakfasts, farms and ranches, hunting and fishing camps and historic hotels.
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The Montana District Export Council - The Montana District Export Council (MDEC), founded in 1994, is headquartered in Missoula, Montana, on the grounds of the University of Montana. It is an organization of volunteer leaders from state-wide business communities, education institutions and government organizations. The combined knowledge of the council members in international business provides a source of professional advice on exporting to local firms and individuals.
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