Energy Burden and the Need for Integrated Low‐Income Housing and Energy Policy

Diana Hernández and Stephen Bird

Poverty & Public Policy, 2010, vol. 2, issue 4, 5-25

Abstract: Using detailed sociological and public health qualitative interview data, we demonstrate that energy poverty is more pervasive, and results in a greater energy burden for low‐income tenants, than many policymakers would assume. This is due in part to a lack of funding, policy non‐coordination, and a lack of understanding of the social and economic benefits of energy conservation, energy education, and flexible utility billing policies. Examining LIHEAP, weatherization, utility, and housing assistance policies, we suggest that a coordinated, regional approach to home energy and housing policy that integrates programs in each area will provide a more coherent policy solution.

Date: 2010
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