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Hsu, Davis
Kim, Amber
Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Department of Urban Studies and Planning
2022-01-14T14:41:51Z
2022-01-14T14:41:51Z
2021-06
2021-07-27T20:27:20.091Z
https://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/138969
In this thesis, I answer the question: what are the challenges and opportunities to achieving a just and equitable residential building electrification strategy in Chicago? The focus on equitable residential building electrification is motivated by 1) Chicago’s need to tackle residential building gas emissions in order to meet its decarbonization goals, and 2) the use of an energy justice framework. I pursue my research question through a mixed-method approach of stakeholder interviews, mapping, and statistical analysis. Stakeholder interviews paint the picture of a politically challenging landscape with a few key opportunities to advance equitable residential building electrification. The mapping and statistical analysis identify socio-demographic patterns that pose equity challenges for residential electrification. Based on these findings, I conclude with recommendations for Chicago planners, policymakers, and stakeholders to work towards a just and equitable residential building electrification strategy.
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