New York becomes the first state to ban
natural gas stoves and furnaces in most
new buildings
Posted By: NorthernDog, 5/3/2023 12:54:36 PM
New York is the first state in the country to ban natural gas and other fossil fuels in most new buildings – a major win for climate advocates, but a move that could spark pushback from fossil fuel interests. Facing mounting pressure from environmental advocates and climate-minded voters, Gov. Kathy Hochul and Democratic lawmakers, who control the New York Senate and Assembly, approved the new $229 billion state budget containing the provision late Tuesday night. The law bans gas-powered stoves, furnaces and propane heating and effectively encourages the use of climate-friendly appliances such as heat pumps and induction stoves in most
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New York becomes the first state to ban
natural gas stoves and furnaces in most
new buildings 35 replies
natural gas stoves and furnaces in most
new buildings 35 replies
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Insanity. Note that activists demand this - not normal voters. Rural areas depend heavily on propane for heating and gas. Electric is expensive and not completely reliable when there's a blizzard.