(1) Increase consumer awareness of cost-effective options for conserving energy;

(2) Create more favorable market conditions for the increased use of energy-efficient products and services;

(3) Promote sustainable economic development and reduce environmental damage;

(4) Reduce the price of electricity over time for all consumers by achieving reductions in demand for electricity during peak use periods; and

(5) Reduce total energy costs for electricity consumers in the State by increasing the efficiency with which electricity is consumed.

(1) Target at least 10% of funds for electricity conservation collected under former subsection 4 or subsection 4-A or $2,600,000, whichever is greater, to programs for low-income residential consumers, as defined by the board by rule;

(2) Target at least 10% of funds for electricity conservation collected under former subsection 4 or subsection 4-A or $2,600,000, whichever is greater, to programs for small business consumers, as defined by the board by rule; and

(3) To the greatest extent practicable, apportion remaining funds among customer groups and geographic areas in a manner that allows all other customers to have a reasonable opportunity to participate in one or more conservation programs.

(1) Contracting with appropriate entities with relevant expertise and experience;

(2) Establishing one or more advisory groups composed of persons with relevant expertise and experience; or

(3) Any other reasonable means developed by the trust.