Our climate is changing, small towns need help adapting
As floodwaters ravaged Middle Tennessee on a Saturday in August, people reached out to ask if my family and I were okay. We were. This was a familiar experience, right down to…
Advocacy Groups in Georgia Host 'People’s PSC Hearing'
Brady Watson, former Civic Engagement Coordinator for the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy, also contributed to this blog post. On the evening of Thursday, October 7, groups including the Southern Alliance for…
Memphis City Council passes one law protecting Memphians from oil pipeline pollution. Other laws still pending.
Concerned citizens in Memphis finally have some concrete means for fighting back against future pipeline projects.
Learning the Importance of Environmental Assessment Analysis for a Career in Clean Energy
During my summer internship at SACE, I’ve experienced a tremendous amount of professional growth, which will prepare me for a future working to reduce humanity's carbon footprint.
Protecting the Right to Vote is Essential to Combat the Climate Crisis
Equitable voting access for all Americans has a profound impact on the future of our country and our climate, and the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy stands firmly against any form of…
Knoxville City Council approves KUB broadband proposal, and electric grid upgrades that come along with it
SACE supports expanding access to broadband for Knoxville citizens in a smart and fair manner. By doing so, KUB can improve the electric grid, address the "Digital Divide," and prioritize equity.
With Byhalia Pipeline In The Rear View, Memphis Can Focus On A Clean Energy Future
Memphis area residents have successfully defeated the Byhalia oil pipeline project, which was officially canceled by its developers on July 2.
Knoxville Water and Energy for All Unveils Research Findings and Launches Campaign for More Affordable Utilities from KUB
Research shows nearly a quarter of Knoxville households are utility burdened, meaning they pay more than 10% of their income on KUB bills, including 40% of Black households. Coalition forms to call…
Voting Rights Bill Hits Roadblock in Senate, Faces Uncertain Future as Deadline for Democracy Approaches
This blog post was written by Brady Watson, former Civic Engagement Coordinator for the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy. Update: On Thursday, July 1, the Supreme Court dealt yet another blow to our…
Oil pipeline company agrees to pause project, Memphis City Council delays vote on ordinance
The proposed Byhalia pipeline saga continues, with the Memphis City Council Public Works committee deciding last week to delay voting on an ordinance which would present a roadblock to the pipeline.