Monthly Regulatory Meetings
New Orleans City Council Meetings
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Join us at City Council Regular Meetings and UCTTC Meetings (Utility, Cable, Telecommunications and Technology Committee) as we fight for your right to affordable energy! Let your voice be heard as we continue to urge New Orleans City Council to push back on Entergy's proposed gas plant in Michoud. Community voices and presence are needed!
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LPSC Monthly Business & Executive Meetings
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The LPSC holds monthly Business & Executive meetings with all 5 elected Commissioners to vote on items ready for decision. These meetings are open to the public and all members of the public are encouraged to join!
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The People's Power Hour
Tuesdays 1-2 pm (CT)
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Our weekly discussion on energy matters in Louisiana. We talk tech, policy, politics, economics, civil & environmental rights, and the fair transition to clean, affordable energy. Giving you the information you need to use your power! |
If Your Utility is Threatening Disconnection due to Non-Payment, Please Call the Louisiana Housing Corporation at 225-763-8700
Events This Month
Past Events
BP12 A Day of Radical Reflection + Action
On April 20, 2010, the BP Drilling Disaster occurred on the Deepwater Horizon oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico killing 11 workers and setting off the largest oil spill in U.S. history. 12 years later, offshore drilling continues to threaten our Gulf Coast communities, workers, wildlife, and tourism and fishing economies.
The current five-year plan for offshore oil and gas leasing will expire on July 1, 2022. Prior to that date, President Biden is expected to issue a "proposed program" for offshore oil and gas leasing which will kick-off a 90-day public comment period. During his campaign, Biden promised to end new leasing for offshore drilling. Now, rising gas prices and pressure from the oil and gas industry could threaten the president's resolve - we cannot let that happen. The BP Drilling Disaster had catastrophic impacts on the Gulf environment, wildlife, communities and economies. President Biden must hear from us on the importance of preventing future disasters before he puts out his offshore drilling plan.
The current five-year plan for offshore oil and gas leasing will expire on July 1, 2022. Prior to that date, President Biden is expected to issue a "proposed program" for offshore oil and gas leasing which will kick-off a 90-day public comment period. During his campaign, Biden promised to end new leasing for offshore drilling. Now, rising gas prices and pressure from the oil and gas industry could threaten the president's resolve - we cannot let that happen. The BP Drilling Disaster had catastrophic impacts on the Gulf environment, wildlife, communities and economies. President Biden must hear from us on the importance of preventing future disasters before he puts out his offshore drilling plan.
NIRS Stop Nuclear Bailouts | September 13, 2021
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Proposals from the White House and Congress would invest up to $50 billion dollars in subsidies for aging, uneconomical nuclear power plants over the next decade. The Biden Administration’s infrastructure bill is our chance to take real, effective action on climate, economic renewal, and a just future.
These nuclear bailouts would perpetuate environmental injustices while blocking effective progress towards climate action. We can’t let the nuclear industry block actual climate solutions, economic prosperity, and justice to subsidize the dirty, unjust, and corrupt energy systems of the status quo. Join NIRS and activists across the nation on Monday, September 13th for a day of action to STOP the nuclear bailout.
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FARE a Ride Equity Transit Access Project | August 18, 2021
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Tune in to this virtual launch and release of a statewide access and connectivity project, FARE (Fair Access, Ride Equity). During the launch, FARE will discuss the principles of this project, the goals for August Recess and Fall and the actions we all will take to engage local, state and federal officials.
Our DEMAND: Fair Access and Ride Equity as infrastructure bill decisions and funding makes its way to Louisiana. The FARE website has launched, and their Actions for August Recess have commenced. |
Pushing back against the American Petroleum Institutes Disinformation| July 26, 2021
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Oil Change International, Accountable US and AAE invite you to a webinar where we'll provide some resources you may need to fight back against the American Petroleum Institute's (API's) disinformation.
The American Petroleum Institute is busy doing dirty work for the oil industry at the heart of our climate crisis and standing in the way of real action to protect our communities and combat climate change. The lies and political influence of API are having a real impact on people at the fence lines of fossil fuel infrastructure. On the ground, communities are paying the price every day. Join us and hear from Accountable US on how they're pushing back against the industry's dirty influence and revealing oil and gas companies' climate hypocrisy. Oil change experts will lay out the most recent analysis so that you're equipped with facts to fight back. Here at The Alliance we witness first hand the effect API's actions have on our community and we will talk about that impact. |
Webinar recording coming soon!
Carbon Capture: The Myth & the Danger | April 17, 2021
Join us Saturday, April 17th for a zoom workshop on education & planning around carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) in Louisiana. Invite your friends!
Hear from speakers about climate planning in Louisiana and the concerns about CCUS - especially for people in “Sacrifice Zones” who will be most adversely affected by CCUS. The goal is to create space for people to brainstorm and dream about what could be developed and built in Louisiana that is NOT carbon capture.
Read up beforehand on 7 Reasons Why Artificial Carbon Removal is Overhyped
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Speakers
Tracey Lewis, 350.org Kathy Egland, EEECHO and NAACP Carroll Muffett, Center for International Environmental Law Response by Dr. Glenn Butt, Climate Reality Jane Patton, Moderator Sponsored by No Waste LA, Alliance for Affordable Energy, Justice and Beyond, Healthy Gulf, Coalition Against Death Alley, 350 NOLA, and Climate Reality NOLA. |
Energy & You Community Meeting | March 4, 2021
Join the March 4th community meeting to discuss high Entergy bills, 100% renewable energy, what's on the agenda for the
March 4th Utility Committee Meeting and to formulate a community action plan calling for the Council to act.
March 4th Utility Committee Meeting and to formulate a community action plan calling for the Council to act.
Concerned about changes in your energy bill?
Tell us what’s happening: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QMHN3ZZ
Tell us what’s happening: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QMHN3ZZ
Free Environmental Career Working Training | Spring 2021
Spring 2021
The Deep South Center for Environmental (DSCEJ) would like to identify, train, and mobilize men and women to participate in hazardous materials clean-up, construction, and disaster recovery locally and across the nation.
Student training incentives include:
Follow this link to apply online!
The Deep South Center for Environmental (DSCEJ) would like to identify, train, and mobilize men and women to participate in hazardous materials clean-up, construction, and disaster recovery locally and across the nation.
Student training incentives include:
- Stipend
- Lunch
- Bus Pass (if needed)
- TWIC Cards available to eligible participants.
Follow this link to apply online!
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Entergy's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) Public Meeting #2
August 9th, 2019 | New Orleans City Council Chambers, 1300 Perdido St.
Come learn about Entergy's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) – the Key to Long-term Energy Efficiency. This is the planning process by which Entergy estimates its future power supply needs and assesses the resources available to it to meet those needs.
ENO will present its report to the public and hear public comment regarding it. This is your opportunity to let your voice be heard!
More about IRP's:
Integrated Resource Plan policy directs utility companies to put energy efficiency on equal footing with typical forms of energy production, like coal plants, when allocating resources to meet energy needs. The IRP will increase transparency and enable regulators to shift towards cleaner ways of generating energy. Done well, these plans guide the way to lower waste and utility bills for Louisiana families and businesses. The Alliance succeeded in getting good integrated resource plan rules passed in New Orleans and the State, now we are making sure these plans work for rate-payers. The Alliance is an intervener on the IRP docket in New Orleans and is actively participating in the development of the plan.
Come learn about Entergy's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) – the Key to Long-term Energy Efficiency. This is the planning process by which Entergy estimates its future power supply needs and assesses the resources available to it to meet those needs.
ENO will present its report to the public and hear public comment regarding it. This is your opportunity to let your voice be heard!
More about IRP's:
Integrated Resource Plan policy directs utility companies to put energy efficiency on equal footing with typical forms of energy production, like coal plants, when allocating resources to meet energy needs. The IRP will increase transparency and enable regulators to shift towards cleaner ways of generating energy. Done well, these plans guide the way to lower waste and utility bills for Louisiana families and businesses. The Alliance succeeded in getting good integrated resource plan rules passed in New Orleans and the State, now we are making sure these plans work for rate-payers. The Alliance is an intervener on the IRP docket in New Orleans and is actively participating in the development of the plan.
National Solar Tour | October 6 & 7th, 2019
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October 6 & 7th, 2019 and the surrounding weekends
Solar open houses and local solar tours across the country will bring together interested homeowners, solar supporters, and communities to see solar energy at work, learn about going solar, share stories, and celebrate solar. Get Involved!
Got Solar?
Want Solar? Attend an open house or local tour
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Our Day In Court | July 19, 2018
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Come out on July 19th to show out for democracy! The past New Orleans City Council violated New Orleanians’ constitutional rights at the critical public meetings concerning Entergy’s gas plant application — the Oct. 16th (last fall) public hearing, and the Feb 21st Utility Committee meeting. The corrupted democratic process around Entergy’s gas plant proposal has made national headlines. When: Thursday, July 19 at 10 am Where: New Orleans District Court, Civil Division (421 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, Louisiana 70112) |
Tell the Council to Stop Entergy's Gas Plant | June 2018
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Attend City Council Meetings and Give a Public Comment on June 7th & June 14th Entergy's gas plant would raise electric bills in New Orleans for 30+ years and pollute neighborhoods. Entergy has recently admitted that actors were paid to advocate for its gas plant at public meetings where the community was locked out. The new City Council must stop Entergy's gas plant from moving forward and hold an uncorrupted, democratic process on Entergy's gas plant. New Orleans deserves a true voice and an energy future that is renewable, healthy and affordable. Call your district council member & council members at large!
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Learn more about the fight against Entergy's Gas Plant at No Gas Plant's Facebook and website.
Follow #NoGasPlant on Facebook, instagram, and twitter!
Follow #NoGasPlant on Facebook, instagram, and twitter!
Submit Your Comments By April 16th
The deadline to submit comments and questions to the DEQ regarding Entergy New Orleans’ Air Permit Applications is Monday, April 16th. Your questions will be addressed as the DEQ is required to respond to every comment. As the public notice says...
" A written response to all public comments will be prepared at the time of the final permit decision. LDEQ will send notification of the final permit decision to the applicant and to each person who has submitted written comments or a written request for notification of the final decision.”
Methods of comment submission:
From DEQ notice:
Comments and requests for a public hearing or notification of the final decision can be submitted via personal delivery, U.S. mail, email, or fax. Comments and requests for public hearings must be received by 4:30 pm CST, Monday, April 16, 2018. Delivery may be made to the drop-box at 602 N. 5th St., Baton Rouge, LA 70802. U.S. Mail may be sent to LDEQ, Public Participation Group, P.O. Box 4313, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-4313. Emails may be submitted to DEQ.PUBLICNOTICES@LA.GOV and faxes sent to (225) 219-3309. Please see additional instructions for comment submission, hand delivery and information regarding electronic submission here or call (225) 219-3276.
All correspondence should specify AI Number 32494, Permit Number 2140-00014-V5B or 2140-00014-IV4 and 2140-00014-V5A, and Activity Number PER20170007 or PER20170008 and PER20170009.
Off the GRIDdle: Brunch on the Bayou! | May 20th
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Our long time New Orleans Policy Director, Forest Bradley-Wright is departing the Alliance to work on regional projects. Come celebrate his 14 year tenure with us as we bid him a fond farewell and wish him well on his new adventures! We'll be hosting a Bon Voyage brunch with live music and bottomless libations on the bayou in his honor! Full brunch [with vegetarian options] + Cathead vodka + spirits hosted bars to customize your cocktails- bloody mary bar, mimosas, milk punch + coffee bar, sangria + more! Live music by Sam Price + Friends, lovely outdoor seating on the banks of Bayou St. John, with brunchaliciousness from: Cake Cafe Laurel St. Bakery Elizabeth's Liberty's Kitchen Green to Go NOLA New Orleans Food Co-op Shake Sugary + MORE! TICKETS ARE EXTREMELY LIMITED AND PRICING GOES UP FRIDAY THE 18th!
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Cheers for Charity @ Rusty Nail | March 29th
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The Rusty Nail: 1100 Constance St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA Thursday, March 29 4-8 pm Come join us for BINGO, BEER & BTUs! 20% of all purchases from 4-8p will be donated to the Alliance for Affordable Energy. We'll also be celebrating our new weekly show on WHIVfm: The People's Power Hour with Logan Burke. |
Annual Community Meeting | November 9th
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Please join us for our annual community meeting! The Annual Community Meeting is an opportunity to learn in more detail about what we've been up to over the past year, our goals for the upcoming year, and ways that you can make an impact on Louisiana Energy Policy! We'll have savory bites from Laurel St. Bakery, hot mulled and chilled draught cider, and more! This event is free & open to the public, but we do request that you RSVP! View the Facebook event |
City Council Energy ForumRead more on our Facebook event
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Mayoral Energy ForumRead more in our Facebook event
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Community Meetings on ENO's Proposed Gas Plant in Michoud
From WDSU article: ENTERGY NEW ORLEANS TO HOST ANOTHER SERIES OF COMMUNITY MEETINGS
Here is a list of the eight meetings you are invited to attend over the next several months:
Here is a list of the eight meetings you are invited to attend over the next several months:
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An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power
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What: Free screening of An Inconvenient Sequel When: August 9th, 7:30 pm Where: AMC Elmwood, 1200 Elmwood Park Boulevard. Harahan, LA 70123 View more here: https://inconvenientsequel.tumblr.com/ and here: http://climate.indivisibleguide.com/ |
LPSC Energy Forum
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September 27, 6-8 pm East Baton Rouge Parish Library, 7711 Goodwood Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Read more on our Facebook event |
Election Day
October 14, 2017
Don't forget to vote for Mayor, City Council representatives, and LPSC representatives!
Don't forget to vote for Mayor, City Council representatives, and LPSC representatives!
Public Hearing on New Orleans Power Plant
Read more on our Facebook event
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