At the end of 2020, 15% of Iowa households could not pay their utility bills on time and collectively owed $30 million on their power bills. So how do we empower Iowa ratepayers? This video from a panel of Iowa clean energy leaders introduces the Iowa Ratepayer Bill of Rights (IowaRBoR) framework. We all need energy to survive and thrive, but because of a monopoly rate-regulated utility system, it becomes hard for members of our local communities to thrive. Local organizations are working hard to bring equity to the energy system and to reduce the burden of high energy costs. Learn about the pillars of Iowa’s Ratepayer Bill of Rights.

1)consumer energy generation

2) energy efficiency

3) community-focused clean energy

4) consumer protection, public health, and transparency