Elements of Successful Energy Management: A Comparative Study of Six Local Governments.

摘要

This study has been written, not as a technical management guide, but rather as an in-depth analysis of successful energy management practices in six local governments. The focus is on administrative efforts necessary to successful energy conservation programs in government buildings and vehicle fleets. A case study approach is used to allow contrasts and comparisons among a select sample of city and county governments. Analysis of the in-house energy management programs in each of the six jurisdictions reveals seven distinct energy management functions: coordinating and organizing; budgeting; monitoring and analysis of energy management information; actuating (or the use of personal influence); providing technical assistance; planning; and setting performance standards for building and fleet operations. Research also indicates that some of these functions may provide more leverage (or power to effect change) than others, depending on commitments made by administrators and political leaders to assure that functions can and will be performed. 6 figs., 2 tabs.