2023 Moving to Equity Report - Report - Page 17
Looking Ahead
“When you think about rural Black Belt areas of
Alabama, we have an opportunity to bring about
equity in these areas by having healthcare for
all,” said Joseph Brown, Alabama Power’s Western
Division Manager.
As we continue to invest in education for
traditionally underserved populations, we
are committed to partnering with civic and
community leaders in creative solutions that
impact energy empowerment and actively seeking
opportunities for criminal justice equity engagement.
Additionally, we remain dedicated to enhancing
the metrics used to evaluate our employees’
contributions to their communities and the causes
that drive their passion.
UMC Livingston stands as a successful model,
showcasing the potential for similar healthcare
advancements in rural areas throughout Alabama
and beyond.
Energy Empowerment: Nicor Gas promotes
energy equity with Smart Neighborhood
Breaking ground on the first Smart Neighborhood™
in Illinois, Nicor Gas, in collaboration with a local
Habitat for Humanity chapter, is transforming the
landscape of affordable and sustainable living.
The largest natural gas distributor in Illinois, Nicor
Gas is partnering with the Fox Valley Habitat for
Humanity affiliate to offer 17 technology-enhanced
homes in Chicagoland.
Each home is designed to achieve net zero carbon
dioxide emissions, with clean, safe, reliable and
affordable natural gas supplemented by rooftop
solar installations, high-efficiency building envelopes
and in-home battery energy storage.
"Through this project, we not only demonstrate the
important role that we play in advancing Illinois' clean
energy goals but also put on display how dual energy
solutions can create affordable, sustainable solutions
for customers," said Meena Beyers, vice president of
Community and Business Development at Nicor Gas.
The net zero affordable neighborhood demonstrates
the importance of natural gas in a sustainable
future and reinforces Nicor Gas’. commitment to
community, clean energy and innovative solutions.
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