Knott County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2017 - Jun 30, 2018





2046 - Promoting Healthy Homes and Communities (general)
2046.1) 39

Number of individuals reporting improved knowledge, opinions, skills, and/or aspirations in understanding: disaster preparedness, pest management, going green, energy conservation, solid waste management, water conservation, home safety or built environment

2046.2) 35

Number of individuals who identified one or more practices to improve  disaster preparedness, pest management, going green, etc. 

2046.3) 40

Number of individuals who implemented one or more practices to improve:  disaster preparedness, pest management, going green, etc.

2046.4) 29

Number of individuals who assessed the cost savings and/or benefits associated with newly adopted practices 

2046.5) 28

Number of individuals self-reporting reduced costs associated with newly adopted practices 

2046.6) 27

Number of people engaged in community strategies to improve the built and natural environment to increase active and healthy lifestyles    



Success Stories

Toaster Ovens: A Primer

Author: Linda Combs

Major Program: Promoting Healthy Homes and Communities (general)

percent of households use it only for toasting foods (Energy Star Market Industry Scoping Report: Toaster Ovens, November 2011). Today’s toaster ovens have capability beyond toasting and use one-half to one-third less energy than conventional ovens. Additionally, smaller yield recipes may be more efficiently prepared in a toaster oven. Individuals who understand the advantages of toaster ovens may find them using the appliance to save energy and prepare more healthful meals. The Knott

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