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National Energy and Utility Affordability Conference
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Partnership | Increasing Public Awareness | Sponsoring Major Conferences Fostering Commitment | Working with Local Communities | Networking
Founded in 1986, the National Low Income Energy Consortium (NLIEC) brings together public, private, and nonprofit sector organizations and individuals for the common purpose of reducing the residential energy and utility hardships and crises faced by low-income consumers by:
NLIEC is a public-private partnership, governed by a board of
organizations representing the full spectrum of perspectives in the low
income energy community. The Board of Directors reflects diverse interests
with a singular purpose embodied in the theme "Building Bridges."
NLIEC works hard to
build bridges of cooperation and understanding between the 3,000 plus
organizations and countless individuals who are developing coordinated
solutions to low-income energy problems. NLIEC develops an understanding of the problems associated with consumers that cannot afford to pay their energy bills. Furthermore, NLIEC increases awareness of the programs that provide assistance, and it draws attention to problems concerning administrative procedures of assistance programs that may impede the eligibility of deserving individuals and families.
Through the sponsorship of national conferences, provided annually since 1987, and low income energy projects, NLIEC continues to heighten awareness of the energy needs of low-income consumers. The 2010 National Energy and Utility Affordability Conference, presented in partnership with the National Fuel Funds Network, will be held in San Antonio, Texas. The 2008 conference was in Denver, Colorado, and NEUAC 2009 was in Portland, Oregon.
Those who attend our annual conference become more committed to reducing low income energy crises and hardships. The conferences provide an atmosphere for participants to discuss viewpoints, share information, and form consensus on strategies for addressing energy problems of low-income consumers.
Working with Local
Communities In recent years, NLIEC has placed a greater emphasis on partnering with local groups to assist them in reducing the energy hardships of low-income residents. NLIEC has channeled resources to local organizations, generated local public-private partnerships and helped develop state and regional coalitions that serve low-income energy consumers.
NLIEC maintains information on effective and efficient policies and programs and the professionals involved in developing and promoting them. Its national office monitors advancements in the field and can refer you to sources for the latest information on today's leading energy issues.
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National Low Income Energy Consortium
Headquarters: 6324 Beryl Road, Alexandria, VA 22312 Ÿ Phone 703-642-9070 Fax 703-916-7850 Conference Office: 226 Paul Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15211 Ÿ Phone 412-431-5087 Fax 412.431.5214 Ÿ conference@neuac.org © 2012, National Low Income Energy Consortium To make a tax-deductible donation to NLIEC, click on the Network for Good icon below:
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