The main source of data for the analysis of the facilitating and obstructing factors perceived by the Energy Task Forces was transcripts from a final interview conducted by a graduate student employed by KEEP. Each interview question was directly related to
a research question for the study. The interview items were reviewed by a panel of experts prior to use to ensure face validity. There were 14 participants involved in the final interviews comprising three Energy Task Force members from District A, three from District B, and eight from District C. The individuals chosen for the interviews were selected because they were primary members of their respective Energy Task Forces. Of the eight interview questions asked, items related to perceived factors that facilitate or obstruct the SEP&EP development process included the following