Elizabeth OuttenStatewide Energy Coordinator

What is the What is the REEL in Alaska RoadmapREEL in Alaska Roadmap??

Railbelt Electricity Efficiency Landscape (REEL)Commissioned by the Alaska Conservation AllianceFunded by Alaska Conservation FoundationContent and technical support from Natural Capitalism SolutionsCharettes throughout the Railbelt

The GoalThe GoalDo More with LessDo More with Less

Railbelt: Meet Electricity Needs with up to 50% greater efficiency

Big goal to move discussion forwardSmall steps to get to goal

Increased Economic OutputNearly $1 Billion in economic gains

More JobsEstimated 9,350 jobs

The ResultThe Result

Roadmap RecommendationsRoadmap Recommendations

1. Set a goal to reduce electricity by 50% by 2025.2. Implement the RIRP recommendation for a

baseline, end-use study.3. Form a Railbelt regional authority for energy

efficiency.4. Provide statewide legislation to enable property-

based financing and incentives for energy efficiency and renewable energy

The RoadmapThe Roadmap1. Starting Point – Set a goal, collect baseline 1. Starting Point – Set a goal, collect baseline datadata

The RoadmapThe Roadmap2. Landmarks – Lighting, heating/ventilation, plug-in 2. Landmarks – Lighting, heating/ventilation, plug-in appliancesappliances

The RoadmapThe Roadmap3. Financing3. Financing

The RoadmapThe Roadmap4. Policy – Free market, best buys first, 4. Policy – Free market, best buys first, coordinationcoordination

Social MobilizationSocial MobilizationPolicies/Programs + Mobilization = SuccessPolicies/Programs + Mobilization = Success

Elizabeth OuttenAlaska Conservation AllianceStatewide Energy Coordinator907.258.6102elizabeth@akvoice.org Links to Full Report

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