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

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.

  • nobody158@r.nf
    3·
    17 days ago

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

    • silence7@slrpnk.netOP
      2·
      17 days 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·
      17 days 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.