The Clean Energy Justice (CEJ) coalition is dedicated to protecting Californians from predatory practices surrounding programs designed to promote clean energy home improvements through rebates and financing. We are community, legal, and policy advocates who formed CEJ for the tens of thousands of homeowners who found themselves at risk of losing their homes because of the widespread fraud in Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) programs. As new financing options and rebate programs become available to homeowners and tenants, CEJ has broadened its mission to protect against unscrupulous bad actors abusing those new programs. Notwithstanding this change, we remain focused on the interests of the seniors, non-english speakers and other vulnerable populations that are often targeted by scams and fraud.
CEJ advocates for residential clean energy programs that are community-focused, allowing homeowners to continue building equity while lowering their energy output and making the environment safer and healthier for everyone. Clean energy justice means having a healthy market with sound financing alternatives that allow every Californian to compare options and make informed choices.
Californians must fix two deeply challenging problems: a housing shortage that has resulted in staggering homelessness and a climate crisis that demands urgent action. Homeownership is the backbone of families, neighborhoods, and communities, yet millions struggle to find affordable housing across the state. Addressing climate change is essential, but it is unjust to force the lower income Californians who need to finance home improvements to bear crippling costs or lose their homes to contribute to achieving environmental sustainability. The state cannot afford more unhoused people, it is crucial to find equitable solutions that keep people safe and in their homes while advancing sustainability and climate goals.
Californians want green energy solutions.
In order to keep homeowners in their home we demand the following:
- Restitution for defrauded homeowners
- Transparent process for resolving homeowners’ claims
These reforms will ensure that our communities can thrive and benefit from clean energy justice.
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