MEEAC Low-Income Work Group 2021 Priorities Brainstorm by https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41 August 11, 2021 en-us 2021-08-09 18:43:10 UTC 2021-08-24 22:58:20 UTC hello@padlet.com A "cheat sheet" or webpage listing different low-income energy and social programs, their administrators, and their eligibility requirements. smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673243122 In progress. Note: This is related to ongoing efforts i.e., One-touch, KC-LILAC]]> 2021-08-09 19:05:08 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673243122 Collaborative generation of recommendations to MHDC on how it could incorporate EE and utility program participation in its LIHTC award selection process. smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673245344 Next step indicated]]> 2021-08-09 19:08:11 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673245344 A list of EE program information we'd want to host on the mosaves.com website. smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673267972 2021-08-09 19:35:53 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673267972 Presentation, webinar, or conversation on national best practices for Wx-utility coordination smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673274604 Note: DOE/HUB - ICAST Weatherization Pilot is related]]> 2021-08-09 19:44:14 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673274604 Action plan to engage grassroots/community groups in MEEAC Low-Income Work Group, including solicitation of ideas for immediate community need. smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673275754 2021-08-09 19:45:47 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673275754 Find our what groups are doing to discuss/address walk-away, health, and safety issues. Let them know our group is discussing this topic and would welcome their participation in future conversations as relevant smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673277114 In progress]]> 2021-08-09 19:47:33 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673277114 Collection of feedback on and refinement of model language that utilities and advocates could use in future rate cases in order to allow greater flexibility for utility-originating Wx dollars than is allowed by federally-originating Wx dollars. smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673278868 This is tentatively complete]]> 2021-08-09 19:49:44 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673278868 Criteria for contractors - hire local, youth, diversity smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673294061 2021-08-09 20:09:54 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673294061 Reporting of minority- and women-owned businesses smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673294498 2021-08-09 20:10:39 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673294498 Categories of measures being installed? smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673295854 i.e. HVAC, insulation, lighting DHW, custom, audit I, audit II, appliances, direct instsall, etc. ]]> 2021-08-09 20:12:42 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673295854 General descriptions of programs smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673297153 2021-08-09 20:14:31 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673297153 Common issues identified in initial home energy assessments (SF + MF) smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673297608 2021-08-09 20:15:08 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673297608 Waitlist for utility assistance smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673297817 2021-08-09 20:15:28 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673297817 Data on utility assistance from CAAs smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673298244 How many served? How much $? Funding gaps?]]> 2021-08-09 20:16:11 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673298244 Create an outline of all the rules pertaining to LIHEAP, Health & Safety repairs, and all resources available that can be distributed to community groups. smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673298801 2021-08-09 20:17:02 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673298801 Invite for a full MEEAC meeting, the Division of Energy Director &/or Dept of Economic Development to discuss workforce development priorities and determine shared goals with MEEAC, especially in service of communities of color. smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673299921 2021-08-09 20:18:45 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673299921 Investigate jobs/workforce/contractor diversity models from other states. Brainstorm the organizations that can or do provide the needed training and most importantly, what companies would offer employment smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673300648 2021-08-09 20:19:47 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673300648 Assemble energy efficiency information to take to neighborhood / community events to disseminate to low-income communities and people of color (go to them). smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673301322 2021-08-09 20:20:45 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673301322 Define what equity means to the low-income work group. smedakkar https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673301980 Potential racial equity training for this group]]> 2021-08-09 20:21:45 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1673301980 New - LI resources hub lgoldberg18 https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1675785364 create a LI resources hub - seems like there's a lot of interest in collecting program info (idea from breakout group 3)]]> 2021-08-11 17:38:47 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1675785364 Building Energy Performance Standards need to be applied to multifamily so renters can benefit https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1675789105 2021-08-11 17:42:01 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1675789105 Support minority owned businesses to be certified and adapt practices needed to be hired for gov't funded projects. Not having those things should not be a barrier, support is needed. https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1675796184 2021-08-11 17:48:03 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1675796184 Duplexes https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1675796781 How can we streamline participation for duplexes or multi-building properties? Not only for utility programs, but also all sorts of assistance like LIHEAP, etc. - Nicholas Newport]]> 2021-08-11 17:48:36 UTC https://padlet.com/smedakkar/qqkt51epyapdku41/wish/1675796781