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Explore the comprehensive framework developed by the National Results Task Force to measure the impact of P2 programs. This system aims to demonstrate the value of publicly-supported P2 initiatives, assist policymakers, evaluate progress, and drive continuous improvement. Core measures range from cost reduction to behavior outcomes, providing a holistic view of program effectiveness. The initiative includes regional and state-specific data elements and promotes collaboration through joint projects and regional tools. Stay updated on the latest advancements in P2 measurement tools and activities in the Northeast region.
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Desk Top & Web-Based Tools for Assistance & P2 Program Measurement Terri Goldberg NEWMOA September 2005
Overview • Background • National Results Task Force • Examples of State Initiatives • Regional Tool
National P2 Results Task Force • Purpose: develop a national measurement framework to capture environmental & economic outcomes from the implementation of P2 • Joint Project: NPPR & P2Rx • Task Force members: Broad geographic representation of state P2 programs • NEWMOA & PPRC Co-Chairs
National P2 Results System Purpose: • demonstrate that publicly-supported P2 programs deliver value for their clients, the public, & taxpayers • help policy makers assess P2 & understand what works as they set priorities, goals, & objectives • help government agencies & others evaluate progress toward goals • help P2 programs continually improve
Framework National Data Elements: • Core Measures ↑ Regional Data Elements: • Core Measures, where available PLUS • Region-Specific Data Elements ↑ State & Local Data Elements: • Core Measures, where available PLUS • Region-Specific Data Elements PLUS • State Program Data Elements
Examples of Core Measures Outcome Measures • Costs Reduced • Hazardous Waste Reduced • Air Emissions Reduced • Solid Waste Reduced • Water Pollution Reduced • Energy Use Reduced • Water Conserved
Examples of Core Measures (continued) Activity Measures • Number of trainings & workshops • Number of client visits • Number of responses to telephone/e-mail queries • Amount & number of grants awarded • Number of grants completed • Number of web visitors to online information • Number of award applicants • Number of P2 recommendations offered
Examples of Core Measures (continued) Behavioral Outcome Measures • Number of clients reporting adoption of P2 policies • Number of people trained in P2 • Number of clients developing environmental management systems (EMS) • Number of clients that have developed a P2 team • Number of clients that have mapped their process/es • Number of clients reporting compliance improvements
Core Measures (continued) Investment in P2 Activities • EPA $$ • State, Local, non-profit, & matching funds $$ • Industry $$
Status & Next Steps • EPA recently committed funding to support development of National P2 Results System • NEWMOA will implement web-based aggregation tool on its website over the upcoming year • NEWMOA will work on linking Web-based aggregation w/NEWMOA desk top system • Promote Memorandum of Understanding
Examples of NE State Program Activities • MA & NJ P2 Data – See latest NE Assistance & P2 News • CT, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT – various stages of implementing some of P2 & CA Measurement Tool • MA OTA examining impacts of assistance – see presentation by Rick Reibstein • NYS Leadership Program Measurement
10-Years of Coordinating on Measurement in Northeast • P2 Results Report – 1998 • Memorandum of Agreement – 1999 • Development of P2 & CA Desktop Software Tool – 2002 • Ongoing Support to States for Implementing Tool/s • Future – Implementing Web-based Aggregation Tool
NEWMOA Desk Top Data Management Tool Current Status— • Access-based system • Includes boiler plate outcome reports • Robust-comprehensive system designed to be tailored & customized by individual programs • Data dictionary & Users Manual • Available from NEWMOA free –jgriffith@newmoa.org
Online Regional Data Aggregation Tool • Based on initiative by PPRC • Will be implemented for the Northeast States in the next year • Will be customized for the Northeast • Provides method for regional data aggregation & summarization • Roll up of data from all regional centers for national data
Resources • P2 & CA Measures Listserv – send an email to nbisbee@newmoa.org • Environmental Measurement P2Rx Topic Hub -- www.newmoa.org/prevention/topichub
NEWMOA • Non-profit, non-partisan interstate organization established in 1986 • New England, New Jersey, & New York • Governed by the HW, SW, Waste Site Cleanup, & P2 Program Directors • Facilitates communication & cooperation • Develops unified positions on waste & P2 issues • Organizes training & conducts research
For more information contact: Terri Goldberg (617) 367-8558 x302 tgoldberg@newmoa.org