Tag: energy insecurity
Building Resilience and Preserving History in Charleston
In Charleston, South Carolina's historically significant Eastside neighborhood, the city is trying new approaches to improving energy efficiency and flood protection.
A Bad Mix: Utility Shut-Offs and Chronic Illnesses
In most states, a household can avoid or delay termination of its utility service due to overdue balances if the shut-off would significantly impact their health. But the process isn’t as simple as it may seem
Green Is Affordable
The affordable housing movement has not only accepted green building, but is making it integral to its work.
Energy and Low-Income Housing: Part I
Access to service, late payment charges, credit, and discounted rates all figure in the quest for affordable utilities.
Energy and Low-Income Housing: Part II
In the past, members of the community development movement have had little to do with anything that smacks of environmentalism. Conversely, members of the...