Measuring OE Performance - More Information
Annual Performance Results and Targets. These results and targets measure what OE has accomplished from appropriations in past fiscal years, what OE is accomplishing in the current fiscal year, and what OE expects to accomplish in the next fiscal year. These results and targets cover a portfolio of specific technical projects conducted by OE and its network of public and private sector partners, including state and regional agencies, electric utilities, equipment manufacturers and services providers, national laboratories, and universities.
Longer-Term Goals and Targets. These longer-term goals and targets cover anticipated technical projects to be conducted by OE and its network of public and private sector partners in the future. These goals and targets are developed by OE in consultation with partners and other private sector stakeholders and reflect future directions and priorities as documented in strategic and multi-year plans and technology roadmaps.
Program Assessment Rating Tool (PART). PART is used by OMB to assess the effectiveness of Federal programs. OE's Research and Development activities were assessed in 2006 in preparation for the 2008 Congressional Budget Request. The 2006 PART gave an overall assessment rating of "Moderately Effective," which included ratings of 80% for Program Purpose and Design, 80% for strategic planning, 82% for Program Management, and 74% for Program Results/Accountability. PART scores for other Federal programs, and a fuller description of the PART methodology, are provided by OMB.
Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA). GPRA requires Federal agencies to report estimates of the overall benefits of funded program activities over time. DOE estimates the energy, economic, and environmental benefits of its programs, with the intent of assessing the potential value of these activities to society as a whole. The methodology includes market forecasts and scenarios of future conditions and possibilities so that risks and uncertainties can be properly taken into account. Market scenarios include forecasts of technology development and adoption both with and without DOE activities and involvement.
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