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Plus energy efficiency tips you can use today!
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John,
There are 144 million tenants in the United States. 40 percent of rental housing is on the frontlines of the climate crisis, with low-income tenants disproportionately experiencing rent
increases, unhealthy conditions, and displacement after extreme weather events and natural disasters.
While homes comprise about one-fifth of all greenhouse gas emissions in the country, climate policies have typically prioritized homeowners and failed to sufficiently support and empower
tenants – leaving them behind in a just transition – or worse, putting them further in harm's way.
As a tenant, you may think your ability to make energy efficiency upgrades to your home is limited. While we work to influence policy to better protect tenants (scroll down to help!),
there are several impactful changes you can make right away:
What You Can Do As A Tenant
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Swap out your lightbulbs for energy-efficient LED bulbs. These bulbs produce fewer greenhouse gas emissions and lower energy bills.
Upgrade your window A/C unit to a portable heat pump. These heat pumps provide both heating and cooling, so they are a smart year-round investment. Plus, you can take them if you move!
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Ask your landlord to invest in clean energy. Whether it's a home solar system or joining a community solar program, there are many ways to invest in clean energy systems and lower your
carbon footprint.
Take advantage of tax credits. The Inflation Reduction Act provides discounts and tax rebates for energy efficiency upgrades, including electric vehicles and kitchen appliances.
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How We Can All Make An Impact
Due in part to our advocacy, the federal government adopted new energy-saving measures last spring including updated standards for household appliances and energy-efficient national
building codes for new homes. These building codes will save homeowners and renters alike hundreds of dollars on utility bills and other energy costs.
Unfortunately, the American Gas Association, the National Association of Home Builders, and other lobby groups have identified these energy efficiency regulations as their top target
to dismantle. They've pressured House Republicans to roll back many of these measures and challenged other ones in court.
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Thank you for taking action!
In Solidarity,
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