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Energy Resources for State and Local Governments

CSC Tip Sheets: Incentive Techniques

This CSC Tip Sheet provides insight on effective practices for implementing local climate and energy programs.

Incentives are financial or non-financial rewards for taking actions that improve local sustainability. Read this tip sheet to learn why you might want to use incentives, what works, and what to watch out for.

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Incentive Techniques (PDF)(1 pg, 453 K)