There are many bright ideas which are coming to the world at this point of time which have potential to change the way we use energy in our homes and at work place. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has sponsored an essay and video contest program called shining example. The conditions are simple as you have to submit a 90 seconds video or essay of 250 words. You can win a complete makeover for your home or you can be featured in the next television commercial of NYSERDA. The contest is open to all the people of all age groups and the submission can take place online at its website.

You can show your concerns for environment by participating in the contest. The move is to encourage people and educate them to use the products which can save energy and can give you relief from heavy electricity bills. There are many such moves which have been planned for the future as well. For the current one, a panel of judges will select top 20 entries in different categories and the final announcement of winner will be made later during the fall 2010, based upon the merits and the quality of the content submitted to qualify for the contest.