A Great Solar Opportunity    Solar thermal systems use the sun's energy to heat water for a number of household uses. (photo: flickr.com/photos/dominicspics) There are two kinds of solar systems – electric and thermal. Your representatives are getting ready to vote on House Bill 1126, which gives the same tax credits to solar thermal as conventional electrical solar receives.  These bills will reduce energy use and carbon emissions in Colorado, helping to preserve our environment and fight global warming, as well as creating hundreds of jobs in manufacturing and installation. Please take a moment to send a letter to your senator, asking them to support the new energy future in Colorado and vote yes on HB 1126.  Sample Letter for Campaign Subject: Please Vote Yes on HB 1323 and HB 1126! Dear [ Decision Maker ] , I urge you to vote yes on House Bill 1126, the solar thermal bill. This bill could create hundreds of new jobs for Coloradans, as well as reducing energy use and carbon emissions in our state. Help support the new energy future in Colorado and vote yes on HB 1126! Sincerely,

Campaign Launched: April 13, 2009

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