Editor’s note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.

Developed by Montana State University Extension and the University of Wyoming
Adapted with permission

This guide is one in the Exploring Energy Efficiency and Alternatives (E³A): Understanding Energy series. This one suggests some needs assessment techniques to help you identify local needs and adapt educational materials to meet them. On pages 2 and 3 is a map to exploring energy objectives that provides guidance on how to respond to certain energy objectives. (Download the 17-by-11-inch map.)

Topics

• Assessing attitudes about energy education
• Holding a community forum to discuss energy needs
• Finding existing information about local energy
• Conducting focus groups to gather opinions about energy issues
• Identifying key informants — local community leaders — who can accurately identify energy needs and concerns
• Using existing information to learn about the target audience

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