STEP SIX: Program Performance Evaluation Sustained effectiveness of any Energy Performance Program requires a system to collect and evaluate success. This is accomplished through tracking and organizing the related data, measuring the results against established goals, and maintaining sustainable gains in energy performance. next>edge has been extremely successful in the development and utilization of customized software to collect and analyze utility data. Staffing requirements are greatly reduced when good tracking software is utilized. next>edge offers a customized, flexible software solution to meet your organization’s particular energy tracking needs. This information is useful in both the evaluation process as well as ongoing participation in the EPA’s ENERGY STAR Program.     Copyright © 2000-2006 next-edge.com. All rights reserved.