Clearly Defined Targets. In order to provide a context for any evaluation it is important to clearly define targets describing the energy efficiency improvements being sought. Ideally this should include broad jurisdiction- or sector-wide targets and more specific targets for individual programs. Without these, it is impossible to have metrics against which the overall success of an initiative or a supporting program can be evaluated. Although it is not a critical issue from the perspective of evaluating energy efficiency improvements, it is still important that any targets are chosen in a way that supports relevant provincial goals. For example, improving energy efficiency could be a goal unto itself, but it could also be a sub-goal designed to help reduce energy expenditures and greenhouse gas emissions. Section 2 provides a more detailed discussion on the specifics of MEMPRs current targets.
