Case Study: NYSERDA achieves more equitable clean energy program design with E Source

NYSERDA strengthens community input with E Source through quarterly and monthly equity forums

Nyserda faced the challenge of needing a durable, statewide advisory structure to consistently incorporate community input into its clean energy programs. While committed to equity, the organization required a manageable way to elevate priorities from historically excluded communities and translate that feedback into practical, actionable program and policy decisions. They engaged the vendor E Source to design a solution.

E Source designed and operationalized the Energy Equity Collaborative for Nyserda, establishing a governance framework with a Steering Committee and topic-specific Working Groups. The vendor facilitates these meetings and manages communications to build stronger feedback loops. This solution provided Nyserda with a consistent and accountable model for incorporating equity considerations, resulting in deeper community relationships, clearer feedback, and a growing network of engaged stakeholders to accelerate the state's clean energy transition.

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