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The induction range may be a homeowner’s next big kitchen cooking upgrade

The induction range may be a homeowner’s next big kitchen cooking upgrade

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Blog Posts

Touring an All-Electric Home: A Renter’s Guide to Decarb-Friendly Living

Touring an All-Electric Home: A Renter’s Guide to Decarb-Friendly Living All-Electric Benefits for Renters! Exploring Induction Cooking Options Join Noah Cordoba, Senior Policy Associate  (BDC), renter and all-electric home enthusiast, …

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Induction Stove Demo Ignites Healthy Change for LA Neighborhood

induction stove demo ignites healthy change for la neighborhood Induction Stove Demo Ignites Healthy Change for LA Neighborhood To promote sustainable cooking practices and pave the way for a pilot …

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Here’s why Heat Pump Water Heater Day is a Pretty Big Deal

Here’s why Heat Pump Water Heater Day is a Pretty Big Deal In celebration of Heat Pump Water Heater Day, we dive into the reasons this technology is such a …

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Invisible upgrades, enormous savings

Invisible upgrades, enormous savings How insulation and weatherization benefit homeowners and accelerate building decarbonization Weatherization is often considered the least sexy topic of conversation in the home electrification space. No …

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Heat pumps take center stage at hvac convention

Heat Pumps Take Center Stage At HVAC Convention Published: March 3, 2023 The sky is the limit for new heat pump technology. During the 2023 AHR Expo in Atlanta this …

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How cold-climate heat pumps passed a winter storm’s test

How cold-climate heat pumps passed a winter storm’s test Published: January 23rd, 2023 In response to growing consumer demand, new technology is also shattering expectations of cold-climate heat pumps’ capabilities. …

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Home Electrification on a Budget: It’s All About Planning Ahead

Home Electrification on a Budget: It’s All About Planning Ahead By Don Knapp, Switch Is On Ambassador Published: December 2, 2022 Want to know a secret to electrifying your home …

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Announcing the Switch Is On

Announcing the switch is on Today the “Switch Is On” campaign officially launched! Published: November 2, 2022 By Panama Bartholomy Executive Director of the Building Decarbonization Coalition Today the “Switch Is …

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Spotlights

Ambassador Organization Electrifies the Whole Home

Ambassador Organization Electrifies the Whole Home Bassett Avocado Heights Advanced Energy Community (BAAEC), is helping 50 homeowners through every step of the upgrade process to electrify their homes.  BAAEC is …

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The Home of the Future with Ambassador Robert Whitehair

How does it feel to go electric? “I feel excited. It’s a great opportunity to give back to the planet—to be congruent with what the Earth is calling us to …

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Making the Switch with Avideh Haghighi

Each month the Spotlight Series highlights an SIO partner, program, or ambassador’s hard work for a clean, electrified community. Why electrify your home? Sustainable design architect and Switch Is On …

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Sparking Change with Ambassador Diane Bailey

Sparking Change with Ambassador Diane Bailey Each month the Spotlight Series highlights a Switch is On partner, program, or ambassador’s hard work for a clean, electrified community. How do you …

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The Challenges of Educating Homeowners on Energy-Efficient Appliances

The Challenges of Educating Homeowners on Energy-Efficient Appliances When the Bassett Avocado Heights Advanced Energy Community (BAAEC, pronounced BAYSEA) pilot program kicked off in 2017, the focus was to get …

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This Santa Clara County Company Pays Contractors to Go Green (Yes, Really!)

This Santa Clara County Company Pays Contractors to Go Green (Yes, Really!) Innovation is a crucial part of progress, which is why Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE) built a unique …

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Walking the Talk: How One Climate Spokesperson Electrified His Home in Just 45 Days

Walking the Talk: How One Climate Spokesperson Electrified His Home in Just 45 Days The Spotlight Series highlights a Switch Is On partner, program, or ambassador who is building a …

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