As our political and economic landscape is constantly changing, only by keeping abreast of current Federal and State legislation will we be able to help those most in need. By continually advocating for the low-income community we can help affect change. Through our partnerships with the California Department of Community Services & Development, the Department of Energy, and the Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District, as well as Pacific Gas & Electric and Sacramento Municipal Utility District, we are able to weatherize homes and assist our clients with utility payments.  Only through the constant monitoring of California and Federal legislation can we weigh in on the increasingly volatile economic environment.

As we move forth in our advocacy efforts under the new administration, it is imperative to have a common understanding of what is meant by the “green economy.” This clarification is necessary in order to understand why legislative initiatives are important, what industries play a part in the world of green technology, and what entities might be able to access funding for green initiatives.

Identifying the gaps in the current alternative energy infrastructure is important to ensure that a green divide is not inadvertently created. Our efforts are united in this endeavor as California energy service providers come together in an umbrella organization called ACCES. This organization unites us in our efforts to ensure families in the low-income community are always counted in the legislative process.