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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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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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[–] scytale@lemm.ee 9 points 1 week ago (13 children)

I've been thinking about this. My house came with gas when I bought it. If I switch to full electric, what happens to my gas line? Does the gas company just say "ok, no problem, we'll stop supplying gas to your line"? I imagine as long as the gas line exists, they have to maintain it, hence will continue to charge me. Right now I'm paying around $50 per month but when you break down the bill, the actual gas used is less than $5, and the rest are fees (which I assume some of it is for maintenance).

[–] superniceperson@sh.itjust.works 7 points 1 week ago (2 children)

You just get it capped off, and the money you'll save on your homeowners insurance will more than pay for any fees that have for doing so.

[–] fluffykittycat@slrpnk.net 4 points 1 week ago

I've never considered that angle. I'm guessing it's from lower risk of gas explosion. what's the savings like?

[–] Bitswap@lemmy.world 2 points 1 week ago

Whoa. What? Having gas appliances increases insurance? I've never been asked if my home has gas appliances by an insurance company.

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