Everyone! CCA programs positively impact many, from landowners to renters:
Homeowners: CCA programs offer the flexibility to source renewable energy without needing to install on-site solar panels or wind turbines. This means homeowners can enjoy lower energy bills and a smaller carbon footprint without the upfront costs or maintenance associated with personal renewable energy systems.
Renters and Apartment Dwellers: CCA makes renewable energy accessible to those who don’t own their homes. Renters can enjoy clean energy options that would otherwise be out of reach, empowering them to reduce both their energy bills and their carbon footprint.
Local Communities: CCAs boost resilience by sourcing energy locally, which reduces dependence on distant power plants and transmission lines vulnerable to severe weather. Communities also benefit from the jobs created by CCA-supported renewable energy projects, such as local solar farms.
Low-Income Families: CCAs often offer lower rates than traditional utilities, making renewable energy affordable for more households. CCA programs frequently include options for reduced rates or special assistance, helping to bridge energy equity gaps.
Landowners: By allowing CCA infrastructure on their land, landowners can generate passive income through lease payments, making productive use of otherwise idle or underutilized land.
The Environment: By pooling demand for renewables, CCAs help drive down reliance on fossil fuels and lower greenhouse gas emissions. This collective shift not only benefits air and water quality but also reduces the impacts of climate change, promoting a healthier, more sustainable environment for everyone.
In short, CCAs are a win-win-win, making renewable energy more accessible and affordable while supporting local economies and protecting the planet. In fact, the only ones who don’t benefit are pollution and climate change – and that’s a loss we can live with.