LIHEAP staffing cuts strand millions without cooling assistance with the looming record breaking heat this summer; 30% of households struggle with energy bills as $378M in vital funding remains in limbo.
Dozens of recent federal executive actions threaten energy justice. Many are an unlawful attempt to undermine Congressional action to invest in clean energy and justice and insert uncertainty into the future of climate action. We’ve applied a framework of energy...
Despite Trump's recent executive actions targeting climate programs, most Inflation Reduction Act investments that advance energy justice have not changed or stopped. Of the $369 billion allocated for climate and energy programs, a significant portion remains actively...
Community microgrids bring resilient clean energy to frontline communities facing climate disasters, offering local solutions where power outages hit hardest.
Solar for All: $7B program offers affordable solar to 1M low-income homes, saving money on electricity annually while advancing energy justice despite challenges.
Executive Orders target DOE’s Community Benefit Plans, impacting $97B in clean energy funding. Legal challenges emerge
Boston, MA – December 10, 2024 – A new policy brief reveals how states implement legislative requirements to ensure communities benefit from renewable energy projects.
IEJ and Vote Solar examine the guide and show how advocates can be more involved in utility regulation.
Despite political shifts, the fight for a just energy future continues. Meaningful progress happens locally, where diverse stakeholders champion equitable policies and community-driven solutions.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Initiative for Energy Justice Welcomes Kelly Sheehan as New Co-Executive Director The Initiative for Energy Justice (IEJ) is proud to announce the appointment of Kelly Sheehan as its new Co-Executive Director, effective September 6, 2024. Kelly...