Renters Efficiency Summit

Metropolitan Energy Center (MEC) has devoted nearly 40 years to developing resource efficiency, enviornmental health, and economic vitality in the Kansas City region and beyond. We transform the energy marketplace by creating community partnerships and acting as a local authority in clean transportation, building energy efficiency, and climate advocacy. MEC strives to preserve the livability of communities in the Kansas City area for generations to come. Work with us through our Kansas City Regional Clean Cities Coalition, Central Kansas Clean Cities Coalition, Energy Solutions Hub, or Project Living Proof.

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<P CLASS="p1">Kansas City renters and tenants: we've heard the calls from our community members, seen the stories of skyrocketing utility bills, and felt that burden ourselves. With low-income households in KC spending an average of 8.5% of their monthly income on their utilities, we know that for many of folks in our communities, there are months where you choose between putting food on the table and paying your energy bills. </P>
<P CLASS="p1">Navigating big utility companies, local governments, landlords, and developers can be overwhelming and confusing - and that's where we come in. Metropolitan Energy Center, a non-profit hub for energy efficiency, invites you to the Renters Efficiency Summit, where we hope to educate and empower tenants in Kansas City with the aim of lowering utility bills, improving energy efficiency, and fostering healthier living environments. </P>
<P CLASS="p1"><STRONG>We are excited to announce the honorable Mayor Quinton Lucas as our Keynote Speaker at this event, and look forward to the perspectives he will bring on sustainability, housing, equitable development, and tenant rights. </STRONG></P>
<P CLASS="p2">Here's what you can expect to learn at the Summit:</P>
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<DIV CLASS="Paragraph SCXW198256910 BCX0" ROLE="heading"><EM><SPAN CLASS="TextRun SCXW198256910 BCX0"><STRONG>Low and No-Cost Ways to Save on Utilities</STRONG>: </SPAN></EM><SPAN CLASS="TextRun SCXW198256910 BCX0">Area experts chime in on easy, cheap, and high-return ways to lower utility bills with <BR></SPAN><SPAN CLASS="TextRun SCXW198256910 BCX0">SPEAKERS: Green Cat Services, Aleo Prime, and BPU</SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV CLASS="Paragraph SCXW198256910 BCX0" ROLE="heading"><SPAN CLASS="TextRun SCXW198256910 BCX0"></SPAN><EM><STRONG><SPAN CLASS="TextRun SCXW198256910 BCX0">Rights, Policies, and Advocacy</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN CLASS="TextRun SCXW198256910 BCX0">:</SPAN><SPAN CLASS="EOP SCXW198256910 BCX0"> </SPAN></EM><SPAN CLASS="TextRun SCXW198256910 BCX0">What rights do you have as a renter? Are there local or state policies you should know? What can you do to get involved and make changes? Find out in this session with </SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV CLASS="Paragraph SCXW198256910 BCX0" ROLE="heading"><SPAN CLASS="TextRun SCXW198256910 BCX0">SPEAKERS: KC Tenants, Renew MO, and Climate Energy Project</SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV CLASS="Paragraph SCXW198256910 BCX0" ROLE="heading"><SPAN CLASS="EOP SCXW198256910 BCX0"></SPAN><EM><STRONG><SPAN CLASS="TextRun SCXW198256910 BCX0">Assistance and Supportive Programs:</SPAN></STRONG><SPAN CLASS="EOP SCXW198256910 BCX0"> </SPAN></EM><SPAN CLASS="TextRun SCXW198256910 BCX0">We all have times of need or just need a little support. Learn about programs and solutions to keep the lights on and create a healthy space with <BR>SPEAKERS: KCP&L</SPAN><BR></DIV>
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<DIV CLASS="Paragraph SCXW198256910 BCX0" ROLE="heading"><SPAN CLASS="EOP SCXW198256910 BCX0"><EM><STRONG>Connect</STRONG>:</EM> Get involved with local advocacy organizations, community groups, and neighbors!</SPAN><EM><SPAN CLASS="EOP SCXW198256910 BCX0"> </SPAN></EM><BR></DIV>
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<P>We look forward to hearing your voice at this informative and empowering event!</P>
<P>For more info on energy issues affecting tenants, visit metroenergy.org. </P>
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