Understanding Energy Burden: Why Some Communities Pay More
Energy Justice 101: Explore how “energy burden” disproportionately affects low-income and communities of color, forcing hard choices between utilities and essentials like food and healthcare in the U.S.
What is Energy Justice? A Comprehensive Introduction
Energy Justice 101: Learn energy justice basics – ensuring equitable access to clean, affordable energy for all communities. Explore key frameworks, real-world examples, and solutions advancing energy democracy nationwide.
Cuts to federal home energy assistance leave millions at risk
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.
Community Microgrids: Powering Resilience in Frontline & Disaster-Impacted Communities
Community microgrids bring resilient clean energy to frontline communities facing climate disasters, offering local solutions where power outages hit hardest.
Solar for All: A $7 Billion Program Fighting to Preserve Clean Energy Access
Solar for All: $7B program offers affordable solar to 1M low-income homes, saving money on electricity annually while advancing energy justice despite challenges.
Policy Reversal: How Executive Orders are Attempting to Reshape DOE’s Community Benefit Plans
Executive Orders target DOE’s Community Benefit Plans, impacting $97B in clean energy funding. Legal challenges emerge
Advancing Energy Justice in Uncertain Times
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.
Energy Justice in Community Benefit Agreements and Plans
Community Benefits Agreements (CBAs) and Community Benefits Plans (CBPs) have become a hot topic among energy justice practitioners and policy advocates!
J40 and Community Definition: U.S. State Approaches to Defining Disadvantaged Communities and Benefits Allocation
The J40 Initiative allocates 40% of clean energy investments to disadvantaged communities, ensuring equitable benefits.