Policies for Action recently published an analysis examining racial disparities in electricity costs and energy consumption across U.S. utility service areas. The article highlights how households in predominantly Black and Hispanic communities often face higher energy burdens, meaning a larger share of income goes toward electricity expenses. These disparities contribute to energy insecurity, limit financial stability, and intersect with broader social and environmental determinants of health. The authors discuss policy approaches that could reduce inequities in energy affordability and support communities disproportionately affected by rising utility costs.

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