The proceedings of a conference designed to promote local planning and implementation of energy programs are summarized. The objectives of the program were to: (1) create a consciousness for local energy planning; (2) provide frameworks, tools, and techniques for local energy planning; and (3) define and clarify energy goals for the implementation of energy activities in the areas of conservation, renewable resources, and policy. Papers in part one describe six different national, regional, and local energy organizations. Part two focuses on the process for action and includes speeches on local energy planning, group process, and a Maryland case study. The next part explains how to use minority businesses, census data, film, people, public relations, and video to build success. Six case studies from five states are summarized in part four. A bibliography and list of participants are included. (Author/DC)