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State Programs
State Programs |
Performance Track Endorser
Network |
Federal Partners |
Performance Track
Participants' Association (PTPA)
Quick Links
State Program Database: View details on state performance-based programs, comparisons of incentives and criteria, and contact information for each program.
Directory of State Performance-Based Environmental Programs, August 2008 (PDF) (628 KB, 32 pp.)
Comparison Tools: Compare criteria and other elements of Performance Track with those of state programs
MOAs: Review the
Memoranda of Agreement between Performance
Track and individual states
EPA’s Performance Track program coordinates closely with states as they develop and implement complementary performance-based programs. Officials from Performance Track and state programs exchange ideas on a regular basis through monthly teleconferences, listserv and electronic communications, and the State and Regional Performance Track Conference. Performance Track is currently working with states on a number of projects and initiatives, including:
- Maintaining an online database of information on state performance-based programs, including contact information, membership terms, criteria, incentives, and other program features. Information stored in the database;is comprehensive and standardized, allowing for easy comparisons across states. The user-friendly database allows users to view standard reports, as well as to export and manipulate information in Excel.
- Developing and delivering a range of incentives that will reduce administrative burdens and encourage current and prospective program participants to boost their environmental performance.
- Developing comparison tools to show potential members how Performance Track criteria compare with those of state programs.
- Developing a directory of active and developing state programs (PDF) (628 KB, 32 pp.), including program name, staffing level, number of participants, structure, incentives, website, and a program contact.
- Entering into Memoranda of Agreement to document our intentions to work in tandem to recognize and reward strong environmental performers.
- Working with EPA’s Office of Congressional and Intergovernmental Relations, EPA regional offices, and states to integrate Performance Track and similar state performance-based programs into Performance Partnership Grants.
- Co-leading workgroups to incorporate performance-based programs into EPA’s planning and budgeting processes, as recommended by the Environmental Council of States (ECOS).
- Exploring additional opportunities for states to receive credit for developing and implementing performance-based programs.
- Identifying ways to streamline and facilitate Performance Track and state program application and reporting processes.