Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

HOMER Energy, LLC is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equitable access to our digital products and services.

We believe that accessibility is not just a legal requirement but a fundamental aspect of providing an inclusive experience for all our users. Our goal is to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, can access, understand, and benefit from the information and services provided on our website.

Conformance Status

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) define requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. These guidelines define three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA.

HOMER Energy aims to conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. We have taken a systematic approach to evaluating our website's accessibility and are working to address any identified gaps to meet these standards.

Our accessibility efforts are ongoing as we continue to monitor and improve the accessibility of our website through regular audits, user feedback, and implementation of best practices.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following accessibility features to ensure our website is usable by as many people as possible:

Keyboard Navigation

Our website is designed to be fully navigable using a keyboard. Users can:

• Navigate through all interactive elements using Tab, Enter, and arrow keys
• Access dropdown menus and submenus without a mouse
• Use keyboard shortcuts to skip directly to main content
• Close modal windows and overlays using the Escape key

Screen Reader Compatibility

Our website is compatible with popular screen readers, including:

• JAWS (Job Access With Speech)
• NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access)
• VoiceOver for macOS and iOS
• TalkBack for Android

We use proper semantic HTML, ARIA landmarks, and descriptive labels to ensure screen reader users can effectively navigate and understand our content.

Color Contrast

We maintain a minimum color contrast ratio of 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text, as specified by WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines. This ensures that:

• Text is readable for users with low vision or color blindness
• Important information is not conveyed by color alone
• Interactive elements have sufficient visual distinction from surrounding content

Text Resizing

Our website supports text resizing up to 200% without loss of content or functionality. Users can:

• Use browser zoom features to increase text size
• Adjust browser font size settings
• View content clearly on various screen sizes and resolutions

Alternative Text for Images

All meaningful images on our website include descriptive alternative text (alt text) that:

• Conveys the purpose and content of the image
• Is concise yet descriptive
• Is properly coded for screen readers to announce

Decorative images are marked appropriately to be skipped by assistive technologies.

Form Labels and Error Messages

All form inputs on our website feature:

• Clear, visible labels associated with their input fields
• Descriptive error messages that explain how to correct mistakes
• Proper focus management to direct users to errors
• Required field indicators that are programmatically determinable

Skip Navigation Links

We provide a skip navigation link at the top of each page that allows keyboard users to bypass repetitive navigation and go directly to the main content area.

Technical Specifications

Our website is built using technologies designed to maximize accessibility:

• HTML5: Semantic markup to provide structure and meaning to content
• CSS3: Modern styling that separates presentation from content
• ARIA: Accessible Rich Internet Applications attributes to enhance accessibility where HTML alone is insufficient
• JavaScript: Progressive enhancement approach ensuring core functionality works without JavaScript

We regularly test our website with assistive technologies and accessibility evaluation tools to identify and address potential barriers.

Known Issues

We are aware of the following accessibility issues and are actively working to address them:

• Some PDF documents may not be fully accessible to screen readers. We are working to remediate existing documents and ensure all new PDFs are created with accessibility in mind.
• Third-party content embedded on our site may not fully conform to accessibility standards. We work with our vendors to improve accessibility over time.
• Some older pages may not yet meet our current accessibility standards. We are prioritizing updates to these pages based on user needs.

If you encounter any accessibility barriers not listed here, please contact us so we can address them promptly.

Feedback

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you experience any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know:

• Provide a description of the accessibility issue you encountered
• Include the URL (web address) of the page where you experienced the issue
• Describe the assistive technology you were using, if applicable
• Suggest a solution if you have one in mind

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days and to propose a solution within 10 business days.

Third-Party Content

While we strive to ensure accessibility throughout our website, some third-party content may not be fully accessible. This may include:

• Interactive maps and geographic data
• Documents provided by third parties
• Social media feeds and widgets

We encourage third-party content providers to meet accessibility standards, and we work to provide accessible alternatives where possible.

Enforcement Procedure

If you have contacted us about an accessibility issue and are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to file a formal complaint.

In the United States, the Department of Justice accepts complaints regarding violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) related to web accessibility. You may also contact your state or local disability rights agency.

For users in the European Union, you may file a complaint with your national data protection authority or relevant consumer protection agency.

We are committed to resolving accessibility complaints promptly and fairly, and we appreciate your feedback as it helps us improve our services for all users.