Energy Burden and the Need for Integrated Low-Income Housing and Energy Policy.
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چکیده
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.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Poverty & public policy
دوره 2 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2010