WERiSE
Weatherize Every Residence in the South East
WERiSE is a community-based program that teaches regular people how to make their homes stronger, healthier, and more energy-efficient. The program is run by Technical Director Cosco Jones and is a project of the People's Justice Council and Alabama Interfaith Power and Light.
"Weatherizing" a home means making repairs and improvements that stop energy waste. This can include sealing cracks, adding insulation, and fixing heating systems. These upgrades make a home more comfortable and can save families hundreds of dollars every year on their power bills.
Why It Matters:
The Energy Burden Problem
Most people do not think twice about their power bill. But for low-income families, the cost of keeping the lights on - and the heat or air conditioning running - is a serious financial burden.
This problem is called "energy burden," and it hits hardest in communities that can least afford it.
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How do you know if you are dealing with high energy burden? Here what you need to know.Â
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"As we become increasingly dependent on digital technology, our reliance on electricity to power these devices also grows. Add to that the electricity demand required to run data centers across the Southeast region. Demand is expected to grow exponentially due to increasing computing needs related to AI and cryptocurrency." ~ Excerpt from "How Public Service Commisions Impact Your Utitly Rates."
Learn how ... Check out our "Why Is My Bill So High?" series on Substack