Episode 9: Pathways to Equitable Energy Efficiency with James Collins
Join hosts Michelle and Alina as they talk with James Collins, Director of the Climate Equity & Impact Department at ABCD, a non-profit community action agency that builds pathways out of poverty in partnership with families and communities in Massachusetts. We chat about the goals and challenges of running large energy, electrification, decarbonization, renewable energy and resiliency programs in the Commonwealth, including a discussion on ensuring these programs are as accessible and equitable as possible for low-income residents. This episode was made possible by a Mass Save Community Education Grant.
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Show Notes:
Environmental Justice Communities
Decarbonization: for more information on what decarbonization is and the goals of decarbonization, listen to BuildingWell Episode 4: The Role of Existing Buildings in a Green World (or Functional Medicine for Buildings)
LEAN Deep Energy Retrofit (DER) program
AMP Appliance Management Program
Categorical benefit list for eligibility for discount utility rate