Utility and State Data Analysis Activity by https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0 This activity aims to synthesize recommendations from example state and utility actions. Under the metrics, please add additional boxes to share comments on recommendations and key themes. Also feel free to add comments to any of the metrics or recommended practices. en-us 2022-09-15 15:39:50 UTC 2022-10-07 20:03:25 UTC hello@padlet.com Low-income utility program practices (funding, cost-effectiveness rules that account for non-energy benefits, etc.) adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298544645 2022-09-15 15:43:20 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298544645 Utility energy affordability goals adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298546116 2022-09-15 15:44:11 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298546116 State policies to encourage equitable transportation access (including affordable housing in transit-oriented neighborhoods, uses distance from transit to award funding, etc.) adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298549290 2022-09-15 15:45:38 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298549290 Utility community engagement practices adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298550061 2022-09-15 15:46:07 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298550061 State programs to address health and safety issues that lead to weatherization deferral adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298552399 2022-09-15 15:47:31 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298552399 Utility processes for identifying underserved and historically disinvested customers. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298553442 2022-09-15 15:48:12 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298553442 State planning processes that commit to strengthening engagement with environmental justice communities adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298555581 2022-09-15 15:49:29 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298555581 Overarching recommendations and practices to incentivize/encourage adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298556376 2022-09-15 15:49:48 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298556376 Utility workforce development efforts adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298557634 2022-09-15 15:50:33 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2298557634 Bare minimum? We shouldn't necessarily reward that and we should reflect on it. On the other hand - we want to distinguish if a state has an ambitious target adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2329995438 2022-10-06 19:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2329995438 Example: no you don't get credit for using WAP and LIHEAP federal funding adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2329996667 2022-10-06 19:45:56 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2329996667 Importance of definitions and being clear who you are reaching to evaluate if a program is strong or not adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2329996985 2022-10-06 19:46:14 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2329996985 Have to track and clearly state co-benefits. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2329998172 2022-10-06 19:47:17 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2329998172 Need to know if folks are being reached in a culturally competent way to evaluate if a program is really working. If some folks are left out it's not. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2329998740 2022-10-06 19:47:50 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2329998740 Walking distance vs. radius from stations; consideration for elderly, disabled, and children; safety of the walk and the transit stop https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2329999312 2022-10-06 19:48:18 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2329999312 Clarity around definitions, including distances. For example, need specificity when giving out tax credits. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2329999457 2022-10-06 19:48:23 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2329999457 Consideration of pollution related to proximity to high level of transit and traffic https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330000647 2022-10-06 19:49:26 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330000647 Stations need to be operational and safe adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330002328 2022-10-06 19:50:48 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330002328 It matters if engagement is going into the community to offer, or if it requires the community to figure it out and come to the utility to get the service. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330003954 2022-10-06 19:52:14 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330003954 Tiered options. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330004243 2022-10-06 19:52:32 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330004243 Language accessibility but need to be specific about how the language is chosen. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330004577 2022-10-06 19:52:49 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330004577 How are organizations being supported in addition to individuals. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330005444 2022-10-06 19:53:34 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330005444 Accountability to who is responsible. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330006873 2022-10-06 19:54:57 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330006873 Community engagement has to be done with cross agency collaboration or partnership. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330007369 2022-10-06 19:55:30 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330007369 More specificity - who is funding, how is it distributed. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330008030 2022-10-06 19:56:05 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330008030 Share your results transparently, even if they aren't great. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330009814 2022-10-06 19:57:49 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330009814 Workforce development efforts by utilities adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330010287 2022-10-06 19:58:21 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330010287 Could break down into different segments including internally and externally. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330010504 2022-10-06 19:58:34 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330010504 Unique requirements for rural and suburban vs. urban https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330011167 2022-10-06 19:59:11 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2330011167 Amounts need to be sufficient - 10 to 20% seems like not enough. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2331458502 2022-10-07 19:38:19 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2331458502 Distinguish and carveout for multifamily, which has lots of challenges for decarbonization. Also includes avoiding displacement. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2331459004 2022-10-07 19:38:58 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2331459004 Health and safety deferral issues are also baked in to if a low-income program is successful. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2331459313 2022-10-07 19:39:26 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2331459313 Carveouts are good (for example, slots in a community solar program) but moderate income should not be included or in a intentional way. adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2331461086 2022-10-07 19:41:47 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2331461086 Data driven and granular approaches adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2331462003 2022-10-07 19:43:04 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2331462003 Specificity in definitions is required to evaluate accurately adewey5 https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2331462510 2022-10-07 19:43:46 UTC https://padlet.com/adewey5/gzmqvd8j6gw6sqq0/wish/2331462510