Building Equity into Electricity. How to Assist Low Income Residents with Electricity.

What is happening? 10 states require equity in electricity regulatory decisions  on utility investments and rates. In determining equity, the policy issue is the percent of incomes going to utility bills. Texas is viewed as requiring 8-10% of income for electricity, California 4-6%, and Florida 8-10%.

Why is this important? Supporters say it is more than tiered rate structures but also includes community solar, HB 37 (2022 | NM) COMMUNITY ENERGY EFFICIENCY DEV BLOCK GRANT  and inclusive regulatory decisions.

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