Alliance for Affordable Energy

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Since 1985, AAE has been working to ensure fair, affordable, and environmentally responsible energy policy for ALL Louisiana energy consumers. We are Louisiana's only dedicated Watchdog working to protect consumer rights at the Louisiana Public Service Commission, and New Orleans City Council. Most states have organizations like ours that are supported by state allocated funds. We do not receive any funding from the city or state, and rely on our members, corporate sponsors, and foundations to keep our "lights on". We appreciate all support and we look forward to at least another 30 years of making sure your energy is economically and environmentally sustainable.

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Clean Energy

The Alliance’s Clean Energy Program seeks to identify opportunities for and support the growth of clean energy resources in Louisiana. Our commitment to transforming the utility and energy regulatory environment at the most fundamental levels ensures Louisiana will not stand idly by as the effects of climate change ravage our communities and our coastline.

Consumer Protection & Education

The Consumer Protection and Education Program is where policy meets people. The Alliance is the only group representing the public’s interest at the policy making table. From providing the public with opportunities to get engaged in the democratic process to educating youth about the importance of the production and consumption of energy resources, we give the people of Louisiana a voice on the issue.

Energy Efficiency

Through the Energy Efficiency Program we advocate for energy regulatory policy and programming that maximize our energy resources and minimize demand on energy infrastructure. By reducing our consumption of resources we are not only helping utility customers save on their bills, we are protecting our environment by establishing policy objectives for the responsible use of those energy resources and infrastructure.

Learning Resources

Through our work, we have amassed a large collection of legal reports and documents. We have compiled New Orleans dockets , Louisiana Public Service Commission dockets, and Reports for public use.

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Current Dockets & Issues

Find out what AAE is currently working on, how it affects you, and how to get involved!

New Orleans

Entergy New Orleans' (ENO)
Rate Case
Docket UD-18-07

AAE is representing residential interests in the first Rate Case in a decade in New Orleans. With a team of legal and technical experts, we are advocating for thoughtful rate design that encourages more energy savings, reduces energy burdens, and gives residents the power to reduce their energy bills.

New Orleans Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS)
Rulemaking Docket UD-19-01

In response to a groundswell led by the Alliance, the New Orleans City Council has created a rulemaking process to develop the first Renewable Portfolio standard in the region. The Alliance is part of a coalition of local and national advocates working together to drive action on a standard that ensures equitable outcomes and centers resilience as a goal.

On August 31, 2018 350 New Orleans and 34 community groups filed a request to City Council to open a rulemaking docket to establish a Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS).

On July 15, 2019 Energy Future New Orleans (a coalition of organizations) submitted a proposal for a Resilient and Renewable Portfolio Standard for NOLA. Read it here

RPS: A regulatory requirement that utilities meet a specified percentage (or wattage) of their power supply using qualified renewable resources.

Entergy New Orleans' (ENO)
Proposed Gas Plant
Docket UD-16-02

Entergy wants YOU to pay them to build a $230+ million dollar gas plant in New Orleans. Entergy makes ~11% of what the plant costs as a bonus after all costs. Guess who also pays their bonus? Everyone in NOLA, every month, for the next 30 years!
Oh, not to mention, this plant will only be used ~50 hours a year (less than 1%) and WON'T FIX POWER OUTAGES.
View NoGasPlant.com a website dedicated entirely to update the public on the proposed gas plant

Louisiana State

Rooftop Solar / Net Metering
R-33929 NEM Phase II Rule Making

The Alliance has been standing up for rooftop solar customers for over a decade, and we are currently defending against a major assault from utilities. The Commission has approved a rule that de-values customer sited/owned solar by more than 2/3 and would pull the rug out from under grandfathered customers who have relied upon their solar installations to make their energy bills more manageable. We work with customers and businesses who want to see Louisiana use this natural resource and be credited fairly for their investments.

Learn more at donttakemysunshine.com

Energy Efficiency Rules
R-31106 EE Phase II Rule Making

The Louisiana Public Service Commission is finally firming up rules for mature energy efficiency programs across the state. Louisiana residents currently use 30% more electricity per household than the average American. We are advocating for the state to adopt rules that would dramatically cut our energy waste for all customers, which would mitigate the need for new gas-fired power plants.

Read our Energy Efficiency 1-pager and the highlights of Louisiana's EE Quick Start Program Year 3

Integrated Resource Planning (IRP)
I-34715 SWEPCO IRP
I-34693 CLECO IRP
I-34694 ELL IRP- Approved as of 10/10/19
UD-17-03: ENO (Entergy New Orleans) IRP

All 4 investor owned utilities in the state are conducting their 20 year stakeholder planning process in 2019. We are advocating for the most cost effective energy solutions: Energy Efficiency and other demand side solutions. We are also watching to ensure clean and renewable energy is being modeled on a fair playing field against the utility’s preferred fossil fueled plants.