John,

With the endless barrage of news about the presidential race appearing on our screens, it's easy to overlook other races that don't get as much attention. But that doesn’t mean that their results won’t have a profound effect. That’s why we wanted to draw your eyes to a pretty key election that will likely be on your local ballot this November — one that can impact how much you pay every month for energy, and the size of your carbon footprint.

Learn About the Power Players in Control of Your Power Bill.

What the heck is the utilities board?
These boards control our local utilities (water, electricity, gas) and have a direct and immediate say in environmental policies and how we tackle climate change at the community level.

Why does this matter?

• Sustainability: Your vote can push the board towards renewable energy upgrades and make those sustainable options more accessible and affordable.
• Disaster Preparedness: Remember the Texas snowstorm of 2021? The unprepared response to the winter storm caused power outages for over 4.5 million customers. Elected members have a huge say in how your area responds to natural disasters.
• Community Impact: These decisions affect your daily life, from the air you breathe to the water you drink.
• Utility Costs: The board directly controls what they consider fair and reasonable pricing for utility bills.

Want to Learn More?
Check out our latest blog detailing what power these boards have over your local community and the power you wield over their decisions.

Learn How Utilities Board Members Make a Difference in the Fight Against Climate Change.

You have unrealized power in your local elections. Let’s normalize the commitment to environmental sustainability and community-inclusive decision-making, and hold our local leaders accountable for that commitment.

All that talk about energy got you energized? Take the next step and sign our petition demanding that Congress update our direly lacking power grid.

Tell Congress: Power Our Country into the 21st Century — Upgrade the Grid!

Stay informed,
—The Green for All Team at Dream.Org