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Should I Ditch My Gas Appliances? They’re a big source of greenhouse gases. Here’s what to think about if you’re considering switching to electric. (www.nytimes.com)

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cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/20498531

The financial part of the article is why we're seeing extensive adoption in rural locations, where people depend on propane, but not in urban areas which are hooked up to the methane distribution system. Getting universal adoption is going to require making electricity cheap and providing support for the appliance switch itself.

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[–] AllNewTypeFace@leminal.space 6 points 3 weeks ago (6 children)

Also, they reduce indoor air quality, with likely adverse health effects. And while the old resistance-based electric cooktops suck, induction is a completely different technology which works better than gas. Switching to induction is a no-brainer.

[–] nobody158 3 points 3 weeks ago (2 children)

One problem with induction is the cost. And the cost of wiring in the plug for it.

[–] silence7@slrpnk.net 2 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)

It is still expensive up front, though you can get out of the additional wiring by using a 120v+battery model.

Fuel costs for stoves are fairly small though compared with space heating and water heating.

[–] AllNewTypeFace@leminal.space 2 points 3 weeks ago

IKEA sells portable benchtop single-pot induction cooktops, at least in 220V Europe. Not sure if they’re viable with a 110V mains supply, though.

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