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Selection Criteria Proposals that meet the basic AVENUES requirements are assessed by an external committee on the criteria described below. Concept The committee evaluates the proposed measure for innovativeness, soundness and marketplace viability. The marketing, sales and customer service strategies are also considered. The committee assesses the potential for deployment across Québec, and how quickly that could be accomplished. Costs The committee evaluates the project based on the cost of each phase or activity. This includes the cost of the energy-saving measure as well as administration, management and customer service costs. The soundness of the overall cost structure is also assessed. In addition, the committee looks at any revenues anticipated from the project. Energy savings This criterion covers the project's overall savings potential along with the efficiency gain and service life for each individual application. Potential energy savings resulting from province-wide implementation of the measure are also taken into account, as are the environmental impacts. Qualifications and experience The committee assesses the qualifications and experience of the applicant, project team, partners and suppliers involved in developing and carrying out the pilot project. This includes their marketing and management expertise as well as their skills in areas specific to the project. The committee also looks at the credentials of the applicant's business and financial partners, along with the soundness of the project's organizational structure. Overall quality The clarity, precision and methodology of the proposal and the overall quality of the project are considered.