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New Brighton Energy Action Plan 24 Focus Area: Renewable Energy Strategy 1: Execute a long-term residential renewable energy education campaign Renewable energy subscription programs are a low-cost way for residents to source more of their energy from renewables, while there are other on-site options available with rebate or other incentive opportunities. Desired Outcomes: Increasing awareness of available programs for residents and businesses to access renewable energy and take the first step. Participate in subscriptions and on-site renewable energy options. Actions: 1a Table at local events to drive awareness of residential renewable energy programs The City and Partners in Energy will lead this effort alongside other partners and local renewable energy organizations Timeline: Mid-term (6–12 Months) Other considerations/partnerships/funding opportunities for this strategy: Xcel Energy Renewable Energy Programs, Farmers Market, Veterans groups, Lions Eagles, Rotary, and Arcadia. Strategy 2: Engage businesses to enroll in renewable energy programs Business renewable energy systems can help reach the energy goals of this plan but also help businesses save on utility costs and promote their contributions to greenhouse gas reductions. Desired Outcomes: Five or more additional businesses participate in renewable energy programs in the next two years. Actions: 2a Encourage the top commercial energy users to enroll in renewable energy programs The Economic Development Council, Department of Community Assets and Development, and City Council will lead on these actions with support from Partners in Energy and City communications staff 2b Work with a leading business to provide a case study on renewable energy adoption 2c Conduct a small business renewable energy campaign promoting renewable subscription programs Timeline: Near-term (1–6 Months)