Distributed Generation of Electricity
Distributed Generation of Electricity
Distributed generation of electricity is essential for energy suppliers to deliver clean, reliable power to residential and commercial communities across the nation. The American Association of Blacks in Energy follows eight guiding principles to modernize power delivery systems.
Values
AABE recognizes the significance of distributed power generation.
- We value a diverse supply of safe and reliable electricity at fair and affordable rates for all customers.
- We value education for all energy consumers, especially low-income households and small businesses, on the implications and choices of distributed power generation and alternative energy systems.
- We value the participation of historically underserved communities in discussions on modernization of energy infrastructure.
Supports
AABE helps to inspire the development of programs that support distributed power generation.
- We support robust programs for the deployment of distributed generation and microgrids as essential elements of a modern, resilient electric power system.
- We support a routine evaluation of electricity rates to ensure that the value of the grid and distributed generation systems are properly recognized in state jurisdictions where there are net metering regulations.
- We support efforts to modernize the energy grid by deploying distributed generation technologies that deliver a valuable product essential to all Americans.
Promotes
AABE works to further the progress of distributed power generation initiatives. We promote partnerships and collaboration among public and private entities to increase opportunities for minority entrepreneurs and diverse suppliers.
advocates
AABE takes action to create equitable distributed power generation solutions.
We advocate for education and enforceable protections from states to guard against and respond to unsafe, unfair, or deceptive business practices.