Featured resources
- Check out Clean Power SF's new bill credits for electric appliances ranging from $150 for an induction stove to $1,200 for a new heat pump!
- Try out induction cooking for FREE
- Request a FREE energy-saving toolkit or green house call to lower your energy bill (and grab a free induction stove!)
- Develop an electrification plan or ask an expert or coach
- Make your home more comfortable while Bayren EASE picks up the tab
- Identify all applicable incentives, financing & contractors
- Find out if the electric home rate plan is right for your partially or fully-electrified home
Life is better electric!
More and more Bay Area residents are switching to electric appliances to reduce indoor air pollution and protect the climate. That's because gas appliances pollute your home like second-hand smoke and are associated with higher rates of childhood asthma. Modern electric appliances provide stronger, safer, and more efficient performance powered by California's abundant clean energy.
Five reasons you should electrify:
Performance
Electric appliances like heat pumps and induction stoves now offer the same or better performance than gas equipment, along with much higher efficiency.
Health and safety
Electric appliances cannot explode and do not produce carbon monoxide, nitrous oxide, and other harmful pollutants released by natural gas appliances.
Comfort and resilience
Electric heat pumps will heat your home during the winter and cool it during the summer, helping you to deal with the unpredictability of climate change.
Cost Savings
Solar panels reduce your electric bill and electric vehicle owners save money on fuel and maintenance.
Climate
Electrifying our buildings and vehicles will address the two biggest sources of greenhouse gas emissions in San Francisco.
How can I electrify my home?
- Solar PV: Solar panels allow you to cut your energy bills by producing clean power on your roof.
- Air-Source Heat Pump: Modern heat pumps are 3-4x as efficient as furnaces and can heat AND cool your home!
- Heat Pump Water Heater: The SFPUC will reward you with at least two years of $50 bill credits for installing this efficient water-heating solution.
- Induction Cooktop: Induction stoves outperform their gas counterparts in terms of cooking speed, temperature control, safety, and clean-up.
- Heat Pump Clothes Dryer: Heat pump dryers are easier to install than a regular dryer since they don’t require venting outdoors.
- Electric Vehicle Charging: At-home chargers allow for convenient and cost-effective charging.
Resources for renters
- Electrify your home with these easy, renter-friendly upgrades
- Request a FREE energy-saving toolkit or green house call to lower your energy bill (and grab a free stove!)
- Identify all applicable incentives, financing & contractors
- Know your rights during building upgrades and seek counseling if necessary
- Visit CleanPowerSF or Energy For All to upgrade to 100% renewable energy
- Read our EV webpage to learn how you can save money on an electric vehicle
Resources for homeowners
- Choose an electrification advisor or coach to create an electrification plan for your home
- Discover the power of all-electric homes and check out this detailed guide and calculator about home electrification
- Learn how heat pumps and heat pump water heaters work and which heat pump is right for you.
- Request a FREE energy-saving toolkit or green house call to lower your energy bill (and grab a free stove!)
- Make your home more comfortable while Bayren EASE picks up the tab
- Identify all applicable incentives, financing & contractors
- Find out if the electric home rate plan is right for your partially or fully-electrified home
- Visit CleanPowerSF or Energy For All to learn how to upgrade your home to 100% renewable energy
- Read our EV webpage to learn how you can save money on an electric vehicle
Resources for multifamily property owners
- Obtain a site-specific affordable housing electrification roadmap via the SFPUC's All-Electric Multifamily Program
- Grab rebates for energy efficiency and electrification projects via SFPUC’s Upgrade for Savings Program for Hetch Hetchy customers
- Visit BayREN to explore incentives to upgrade your building with electrification and efficiency measures
- Check your eligibility for state and utility programs that support electrification
- Check out SwitchisOn.org to find contractors and incentives available in your area
- Minimize the need for electric service upgrades using the Watt Diet calculator
- Use this calculator to identify financing for energy-wise upgrades of multifamily properties, including GoGreen Multifamily
Frequently asked questions
What's the first step to electrifying my home?
The first step is to assess your current energy usage and needs, determining which appliances you want to electrify (such as heating, cooking, and water heating) and understanding your home’s electrical capacity. You may consult with an energy advisor to evaluate your home and provide recommendations.
Will I need a new panel if I electrify?
It depends on your current electrical panel and the total load of the new electric appliances you plan to install. If your existing panel can handle the additional load, you may not need to replace it. However, if it is outdated or insufficient, you might need to upgrade to a new panel to support the increased electrical demand.
Won’t my electricity bill increase?
Because of their high efficiency, electric appliances don’t use as much energy as their gas counterparts. As a result, your electric bill should increase no more than your gas bill is reduced.
Will my home keep operating during a power outage?
If you electrify your home and do not have a backup power source, it will not operate during a power outage. However, outages rarely last more than a few hours in the City, and your water heater and home will generally maintain their temperature during this time.
To maintain power during outages, you can consider installing a backup generator or a battery storage system that can provide electricity when the grid is down.
Can I electrify my home if I am a renter?
Yes, you can electrify your home as a renter, but it may come with limitations. You will need to get permission from your landlord for any significant changes, such as installing new electrical systems or appliances. Additionally, you might focus on smaller changes, like switching to electric appliances that don't require extensive modifications, such as induction cooktops or portable heaters.
Do I need new pots and pans if cooking on induction stoves?
Aluminum cookware will not work with an induction stove, but stainless steel and cast-iron pots work just fine. If a magnet sticks to your pot, it will work!
Can the grid handle all these additional electric appliances?
Thanks to the efficiency of heat pumps and induction technology, the increased winter electric demand due to electrification will not exceed the existing summer electric demand due to air conditioning.
Electrification Fair Workshops
Check out the presentations hosted during the 2024 Electrification Fair Workshops!
Cost-effective Home Electrification- Expert advice on electrifying your home in the most cost-effective way.
Induction Cooking- Benefits of induction cooking.
Electrification for Renters- Resident review of Water Heater Replacement program.
