Energy Affordability

Americans are feeling the impacts of the cost of living crisis and the climate crisis like never before. Energy affordability is reshaping how families experience the economy day to day, as rising utility bills and transportation costs put additional pressure on household budgets. For many families, especially those already facing high housing burdens, these expenses are making it harder to keep up with everyday costs.

This vulnerability is rooted in our continued reliance on fossil fuels and aging energy systems. For households living paycheck to paycheck, rising vehicle, insurance, and financing costs can create added instability. As the leaders closest to their communities, mayors are delivering solutions that improve affordability, resilience, and quality of life. Investments in local clean energy reduce costs, strengthen economies, and make homes more efficient.

Climate Mayors is focused on accelerating renewable energy growth to deliver clean, affordable, and reliable energy faster. Through proven solutions—from energy efficiency upgrades and clean energy incentives to streamlined permitting and EV infrastructure—mayors are lowering costs and building healthier, more resilient cities.