The Clean Energy for Low Income Communities Accelerator aims to lower energy bills in low income communities through expanded installation of energy efficiency and distributed renewables. Low income households spend an average of 15 to 20 percent of their income on energy bills, whereas energy burdens above 6 percent are typically considered unaffordable. Although the primary objective of increasing clean energy installations in low income communities is to help lower energy costs, a number of additional benefits would be provided. Distributed renewables can provide stability from rising energy costs, promote economic development, and improve the environment.