Northstar is a plain-language home-energy guide for renters and homeowners. We are asking for a 90-day pilot in two districts to validate demand, trust, and an assisted-referral model before committing to a citywide launch.
The opportunity
Advice is abundant; tailored next steps are not.
Residents encounter generic checklists, fragmented programs, and confusing eligibility rules. A guided intake can turn a five-minute conversation into a prioritized action plan and a warm handoff to local support.
What we will do
Prototype a bilingual intake and action-plan experience.
Train partner librarians to offer a 15-minute guided session.
Measure completed referrals and reported confidence.
What makes it credible
Seven local programs already provide the underlying incentives.
Partners can host the pilot inside existing service hours.
No account, address history, or payment data is needed.