What information is available on energy efficiency program best practices in the Pacific Northwest? Is benchmarking data available that compares different utility programs in the Northwest to assess optimal options by customer class? Are there certain common features of highly successful utility-funding energy efficiency programs? How will changes in the market or political landscape affect these programs? Is information on these programs widely and equally disseminated and used in the Northwest? How are national best practices captured and used in the Northwest? Are there opportunities to share in the development of innovative utility energy efficiency program designs that are implemented at the local level? How can trade allies, trade associations and other similar entities best be utilized to extend the reach and effectiveness of energy efficiency initiatives?
Determine what is needed to address new construction and new code development and enforcement?
How should the region address energy efficiency delivery across multiple fuels (electricity and natural gas)? What is the expectation from customers for this option? What are best practices in this category in other areas? How can energy efficiency programs be offered in a fuel-neutral manner?
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