Posted on 05/02/2023 3:21:51 PM PDT by Oldeconomybuyer
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York state is banning natural gas stoves and heating systems in most new buildings, a policy that’s part of a national movement aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
The law negotiated by Gov. Kathy Hochul and her fellow Democrats in the Legislature is part of the state budget and puts New York in the forefront of states targeting emissions from buildings. When the phase-in starts in 2026, newly constructed buildings will have to forego fossil fuel equipment in favor of devices like induction ranges and heat pumps that run on electricity.
The state mandate applies only to new construction and does not affect existing buildings.
Government efforts to wean society off of fossil fuel-burning equipment — especially gas stoves — have been slammed by Republican officials and other opponents as heavy-handed infringements on consumer choice. But environmentalists say climate goals can’t be reached without addressing homes and businesses.
The new construction mandate avoids — at least for now — the more politically fraught issue of replacing existing fossil fuel equipment. But critics say it will add costs to new construction and put more strain on the electrical grid, while still limiting options for buyers of newly constructed homes.
“Why shouldn’t people have a choice on how to heat their home?” asked Republican Assemblyman Phil Palmesano.
The measure will prohibit the installation of fossil-fuel equipment in new buildings, starting in 2026 for structures of seven stories or less. The ban for larger buildings starts in 2029.
There are number of exemptions, such as for emergency backup power and for commercial food establishments, laboratories and car washes.
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Creating pure hydrogen is a very energy intensive process.
Creating pure hydrogen is a very energy intensive process.
True.
The research from the effects of feeding unicorns legumes has yet to be completed though.
“..a policy that’s part of a national movement aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions.”
Why? An evil fool’s errand. The air is just fine. What filth.
I grew up with gas, prefer it and never feared it. But we had competent people installing and servicing it in those days.
In the past couple of decades, I’ve seen two houses and a big apartment building very near me explode.
You are correct, there’s a real dearth of qualified workers now.
“Our city’s practical and compassionate approach to the asylum seeker crisis will set the standard for how we welcome those fleeing violence and hardship.”
What happens once it dawns on them...and it won’t take long...that these filthy politicians are as bad or worse than what they fled?
There’s a blue dart for a governor in Albany.
What to the esteemed chefs think about this?
“White House says Biden doesn’t support banning gas stoves..”
Even the simple puke Biden doesn’t support the idea.
Or going to restaurants where the chefs cook on NG.
I was under the impression that they used fuel-oil heaters in the northeast. I suppose it doesn’t matter to our overlords.
Let it be written.
Let it be done.
Surely electric cars and electric heat and electric stoves won’t burn up the grid. Nah.
City of Berkeley just got their ass handed to them on this exact topic.
The Court said their local prohibition on nat gas piping in new construction DOES NOT SURMOUNT the doctrine of Preemption.
FEDERAL LAW APPLIES and Berkeley has no say.
Expect the State of New York to get mowed down by the same sword.
gov Hoochie...
LOVE THAT CAR
WHAT POWER GRID???
What about hospitals without any air conditioning?
I am sure there are stiff regulations about comfort & care for hospital patients-—and Biden wants to END ALL A/C.
EVERYWHERE-—NOT JUST IN GAS INDUSTRY
No need to worry NO ONE will be investing in NEW buildings in NY people are fleeing in droves and the office buildings are a ghost town!!
Put the gas lines in anyway. Sanity will eventually return, and retrofitting is extremely costly.
One day Canada might decide to stop supplying electricity to New York State.
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