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How Electrification Reduces Natural Gas Demand and Prices

Apr 10, 2023

The Connection Between Electrification and Natural Gas Prices Is Not as Straightforward as It Seems An increasing amount of attention is being paid to the electrification of buildings. Generally, “building electrification” is a catchall phrase that talks about the transition from using natural gas equipment to using electric equipment. Much of the attention in this […]

New Heat Pump Requirements Buoy Building Electrification Measures

Feb 07, 2023

All New Constructions in Seattle, WA, Will Use Heat Pumps Starting in Summer 2023 Beginning in July 2023, new home and apartment construction in Washington will be installing heat pumps to meet building electrification measures established in Seattle and across the state. This update to the state’s building codes requires homes to install heat pumps […]

Everything You Need to Know About Local Law 154: Decarbonizing New York City´s Future Buildings

May 09, 2022

Local Law 154 (“LL154”) was passed on December 15, 2021 by the New York City Council. The law sets strict CO2 limits on the construction of new buildings, effectively requiring new buildings to be completely electric and free from fossil fuels by 2024 (for buildings less than 7 stories tall) and 2027 (for buildings more […]