The Energy Project
Energy Project created under 1992 Energy Policy Act to advocate, train, and ensure consistency in energy initiatives. Directed by a steering committee in Bellingham, Washington, it aims to collaborate, educate, and advocate for energy assistance funding and programs.
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Leveraging Weatherization Funding The Energy Project March 1, 2012
The Energy Project Why was The Energy Project created? Energy Policy Act of 1992 Advocacy Training Consistency
The Energy Project How was the Project created? Convened statewide meeting Purpose: weatherization value and opportunity A partnership created Agree on funding
The Energy Project Who directs The Energy Project work? Steering Committee o Community Action Partnership o Department of Commerce o Executive Directors o CAP program managers Where is The Energy Project located? The Opportunity Council, Bellingham, Washington
The Energy Project Advocate for home repair funds Increase energy assistance funding when utility rates increase Protect low- income citizens from increased base charges Project Objectives Collaborate to create new program models and solutions Educate local agencies on energy system and policy Advocate for Community Action Program network to deliver services
The Energy Project Capacity o Weatherization Specialist o Energy Assistance Specialist o Expert Witnesses o Legal Representation Financial o $450,000 annually o Sources expanded
The Energy Project Stronger local agencies Provide technical assistance Increased capacity Advocate Monitor Utility Investment in Conservation Equitable contribution Energy Project Intervene in Utility Rate Cases* Funding advocacy Network with Other States Coordinated planning *Investor Owned Utilities are regulated by the Utilities and Transportation Commission
The Energy Project Leverage Funding History $8,000,000 $7,000,000 $6,000,000 $5,000,000 $4,000,000 Leveraged Funding $3,000,000 $2,000,000 $1,000,000 $0
The Energy Project Successes Leveraged funds: $236 million Positive change: 75% Annual interventions: 3 Utility advisory groups Increased energy efficiency funding Allowance for repairs Increased energy essistance
The Energy Project Lessons Learned Partnerships Utility relationships Professional advocacy Local capacity
The Energy Project Contact: Steve Payne at steve.payne@commerce.wa.gov 360-725-2950
