Today the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) and National Association of Hispanic Publications Media LLC (NAHP Media) together launched the ‘Community Energy Center,’ a project to provide information and perspectives on the role of the energy sectorinAfrican American and Hispanic communities.
Featuring the broad impactsof affordable and reliable energy on local communities around the countrythe Community Energy Center will provide a forum to elevate awareness, understanding, and discussions aboutenergy’simportance to everyday life.
This is particularly important for communities of color, where energy affordability is a significant household issue. Moreover, the energyindustryhas proven itself a strong driver of job creation and economic growth. The Community Energy Center will examine how to balance affordable energy and economic prosperity for the development of African American and Hispanic communities.
“Today’s Community Energy Center launch is an exciting step forward in minority community development and education. The energy industry has proven itself as a catalyst for economic activity and has long supported our communities’ members. Partnering with NAHPMadds critical perspective to improve community outcomes through energy,” stated Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr., President and CEO of NNPA.
Ricardo Hurtado, media chair with NAHP Media, added, “By fostering new discussions and drawing attention to the value of the energy sector on minority communities, the Community Energy Center can lead the way towards creating new career and professional development opportunities while also informing the public at large. We look forward to exploring synergies alongside NNPA in these efforts.”
By: Agencies