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Energy Justice

What is Energy Justice?

The goal of energy justice is to supply reliable, safe, and affordable sources of energy to communities that have historically been negatively affected by the energy system, while addressing the social, economic, and health burdens. Equitable distribution of and access to energy is essential for energy justice.  

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Equality = Sameness. Promotes giving everyone the same things.

Equity = Fairness. Ensures people get access to the same opportunities.

Justice = Everyone can see the game without support because all the causes on inequality were addressed. There is no longer a systematic barrier.

What is Energy Insecurity?

Energy Insecurity is the inability to adequately meet household energy needs that lead to serious implications for your health, including physical, economic, and behavioral aspects

Energy justice pillars

What is Energy Burden?

Energy burden is defined as the percentage of gross household income spent on energy costs.

What does energy burden look like in Rhode Island?

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Climate & Economic Justice Screening Tool

There are 13 disadvantaged communities (DAC) in RI, including:

  • Central Falls
  • Cranston
  • East Providence
  • Middletown
  • Narragansett Reservation
  • Newport
  • Pawtucket
  • Providence
  • South Kingstown
  • Warren
  • Westerly
  • West Warwick
  • Woonsocket

If you live in one of these communities, check out the Household electrification incentives calculator from Rewiring America to find out what energy incentives are available to you.

Related Links

https://www.sierraclub.org/energy-burden-calculator

https://www.energy.gov/scep/slsc/lead-tool

https://screeningtool.geoplatform.gov/en/#3/33.47/-97.5

Contact

Greg Ohadoma

Manager, Energy Justice

greg.ohadoma@energy.ri.gov

(401) 714-3311