Are you seeking a solution to lower your cost of living while also contributing to protecting the planet? If so, it's worth considering transitioning to an all-electric home.

In this article, we will explore the concept of all-electric homes and the advantages they offer regarding our finances and the environment, based on a recent report by ABC. Get ready as we delve into the economic and environmental benefits and the role governments can play in facilitating this transition.

Did you know that if all Australian households, currently dependent on gas, were to switch to an all-electric system today, we could save over 30 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions in the next ten years? That's a remarkable reduction!

But it doesn't end there—this transition also brings lower energy costs. Electric appliances can accomplish the same tasks as their gas counterparts while consuming less energy, resulting in long-term savings.

Electric appliances use less energy than gas appliances to do the same job, making them cheaper to run. Credit: Shutterstock.

The ABC report highlights the environmental and financial benefits of transitioning away from gas in homes. With many Australian households struggling to pay rising energy bills, the potential to save money while making a positive environmental impact has never been more enticing.

However, going all-electric may seem daunting and inaccessible for many households. That's where government assistance comes into play, as they can help remove various hurdles to all-electric homes and bring emissions-reduction targets closer to reality.

For instance, Melbourne residents may consume significantly more gas compared to other regions due to cold winters. Still, the report found that those switching to electric appliances (or moving to an all-electric home) could save up to $13,900 over a decade. Households with rooftop solar will further increase these savings.

Nevertheless, various obstacles remain for households to make the switch, such as a lack of control for renters over appliance choice, added complexities in apartment living like the bundling of gas bills into body-corporate fees, space constraints for centralised electric heat pumps, upfront costs, and individuals who simply prefer cooking with gas.

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To facilitate the transition towards healthier, all-electric homes, the report suggests several government initiatives, such as:

• banning new gas connections to homes,
• providing tax write-offs for landlords on electric appliance investments,
• gradually requiring every rental property to be all-electric,
• and upgrading public housing to all-electric systems.

Additionally, federal government subsidies for low-interest loans for home electrification through the Clean Energy Finance Corporation could prolong the financial assistance to households.

A crucial part of these initiatives involves communicating the benefits of electric appliances to the public. For example, the Ginninderry all-electric suburb of Canberra saw the percentage of potential homebuyers willing to consider an all-electric home increase from 67% to 88% after featuring cooking demonstrations on induction cooktops in the display village.

While the gas industry is keen on promoting 'green gas' solutions like biomethane or 'green' hydrogen, these options are far more expensive and have yet to be widely available.

Currently, more than three million Australian homes run exclusively on electricity. Encouraging the remaining 5 million homes to switch, backed by supportive government policies, can substantially improve household finances and the global environment.

Key Takeaways

• Switching from gas to electricity can save Australian households money on energy bills and reduce carbon emissions by 30 million tonnes over the next ten years.
• Renters and those in apartment living situations often face hurdles when trying to convert to all-electric homes, such as control over appliances, cost, and space constraints.
• State governments can take action by banning new gas connections, providing tax incentives for landlords to upgrade properties to all-electric, and boosting public and community housing.
• The gas industry's suggestion of using 'green gas' is currently too expensive and not widely available, making all-electric homes a more viable solution for both cost and environmental benefits.

Based on the ABC report, transitioning to an all-electric home could be a viable and beneficial choice for numerous Australians. Now, members, we want to hear your perspective on this matter. Have you contemplated the idea of shifting from gas-powered to electric appliances? Please share your opinions and thoughts with us in the comments section below!

 

[Jay Jay]

Are you seeking a solution to lower your cost of living while also contributing to protecting the planet? If so, it's worth considering transitioning to an all-electric home.

In this article, we will explore the concept of all-electric homes and the advantages they offer regarding our finances and the environment, based on a recent report by ABC. Get ready as we delve into the economic and environmental benefits and the role governments can play in facilitating this transition.

Did you know that if all Australian households, currently dependent on gas, were to switch to an all-electric system today, we could save over 30 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions in the next ten years? That's a remarkable reduction!

But it doesn't end there—this transition also brings lower energy costs. Electric appliances can accomplish the same tasks as their gas counterparts while consuming less energy, resulting in long-term savings.

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Electric appliances use less energy than gas appliances to do the same job, making them cheaper to run. Credit: Shutterstock.

The ABC report highlights the environmental and financial benefits of transitioning away from gas in homes. With many Australian households struggling to pay rising energy bills, the potential to save money while making a positive environmental impact has never been more enticing.

However, going all-electric may seem daunting and inaccessible for many households. That's where government assistance comes into play, as they can help remove various hurdles to all-electric homes and bring emissions-reduction targets closer to reality.

For instance, Melbourne residents may consume significantly more gas compared to other regions due to cold winters. Still, the report found that those switching to electric appliances (or moving to an all-electric home) could save up to $13,900 over a decade. Households with rooftop solar will further increase these savings.

Nevertheless, various obstacles remain for households to make the switch, such as a lack of control for renters over appliance choice, added complexities in apartment living like the bundling of gas bills into body-corporate fees, space constraints for centralised electric heat pumps, upfront costs, and individuals who simply prefer cooking with gas.

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To facilitate the transition towards healthier, all-electric homes, the report suggests several government initiatives, such as:

• banning new gas connections to homes,
• providing tax write-offs for landlords on electric appliance investments,
• gradually requiring every rental property to be all-electric,
• and upgrading public housing to all-electric systems.

Additionally, federal government subsidies for low-interest loans for home electrification through the Clean Energy Finance Corporation could prolong the financial assistance to households.

A crucial part of these initiatives involves communicating the benefits of electric appliances to the public. For example, the Ginninderry all-electric suburb of Canberra saw the percentage of potential homebuyers willing to consider an all-electric home increase from 67% to 88% after featuring cooking demonstrations on induction cooktops in the display village.

While the gas industry is keen on promoting 'green gas' solutions like biomethane or 'green' hydrogen, these options are far more expensive and have yet to be widely available.

Currently, more than three million Australian homes run exclusively on electricity. Encouraging the remaining 5 million homes to switch, backed by supportive government policies, can substantially improve household finances and the global environment.

Key Takeaways

• Switching from gas to electricity can save Australian households money on energy bills and reduce carbon emissions by 30 million tonnes over the next ten years.
• Renters and those in apartment living situations often face hurdles when trying to convert to all-electric homes, such as control over appliances, cost, and space constraints.
• State governments can take action by banning new gas connections, providing tax incentives for landlords to upgrade properties to all-electric, and boosting public and community housing.
• The gas industry's suggestion of using 'green gas' is currently too expensive and not widely available, making all-electric homes a more viable solution for both cost and environmental benefits.

Based on the ABC report, transitioning to an all-electric home could be a viable and beneficial choice for numerous Australians. Now, members, we want to hear your perspective on this matter. Have you contemplated the idea of shifting from gas-powered to electric appliances? Please share your opinions and thoughts with us in the comments section below!

Are you seeking a solution to lower your cost of living while also contributing to protecting the planet? If so, it's worth considering transitioning to an all-electric home.

In this article, we will explore the concept of all-electric homes and the advantages they offer regarding our finances and the environment, based on a recent report by ABC. Get ready as we delve into the economic and environmental benefits and the role governments can play in facilitating this transition.

Did you know that if all Australian households, currently dependent on gas, were to switch to an all-electric system today, we could save over 30 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions in the next ten years? That's a remarkable reduction!

But it doesn't end there—this transition also brings lower energy costs. Electric appliances can accomplish the same tasks as their gas counterparts while consuming less energy, resulting in long-term savings.

View attachment 22832

Electric appliances use less energy than gas appliances to do the same job, making them cheaper to run. Credit: Shutterstock.

The ABC report highlights the environmental and financial benefits of transitioning away from gas in homes. With many Australian households struggling to pay rising energy bills, the potential to save money while making a positive environmental impact has never been more enticing.

However, going all-electric may seem daunting and inaccessible for many households. That's where government assistance comes into play, as they can help remove various hurdles to all-electric homes and bring emissions-reduction targets closer to reality.

For instance, Melbourne residents may consume significantly more gas compared to other regions due to cold winters. Still, the report found that those switching to electric appliances (or moving to an all-electric home) could save up to $13,900 over a decade. Households with rooftop solar will further increase these savings.

Nevertheless, various obstacles remain for households to make the switch, such as a lack of control for renters over appliance choice, added complexities in apartment living like the bundling of gas bills into body-corporate fees, space constraints for centralised electric heat pumps, upfront costs, and individuals who simply prefer cooking with gas.

View attachment 22845​

To facilitate the transition towards healthier, all-electric homes, the report suggests several government initiatives, such as:

• banning new gas connections to homes,
• providing tax write-offs for landlords on electric appliance investments,
• gradually requiring every rental property to be all-electric,
• and upgrading public housing to all-electric systems.

Additionally, federal government subsidies for low-interest loans for home electrification through the Clean Energy Finance Corporation could prolong the financial assistance to households.

A crucial part of these initiatives involves communicating the benefits of electric appliances to the public. For example, the Ginninderry all-electric suburb of Canberra saw the percentage of potential homebuyers willing to consider an all-electric home increase from 67% to 88% after featuring cooking demonstrations on induction cooktops in the display village.

While the gas industry is keen on promoting 'green gas' solutions like biomethane or 'green' hydrogen, these options are far more expensive and have yet to be widely available.

Currently, more than three million Australian homes run exclusively on electricity. Encouraging the remaining 5 million homes to switch, backed by supportive government policies, can substantially improve household finances and the global environment.

Key Takeaways

• Switching from gas to electricity can save Australian households money on energy bills and reduce carbon emissions by 30 million tonnes over the next ten years.
• Renters and those in apartment living situations often face hurdles when trying to convert to all-electric homes, such as control over appliances, cost, and space constraints.
• State governments can take action by banning new gas connections, providing tax incentives for landlords to upgrade properties to all-electric, and boosting public and community housing.
• The gas industry's suggestion of using 'green gas' is currently too expensive and not widely available, making all-electric homes a more viable solution for both cost and environmental benefits.

Based on the ABC report, transitioning to an all-electric home could be a viable and beneficial choice for numerous Australians. Now, members, we want to hear your perspective on this matter. Have you contemplated the idea of shifting from gas-powered to electric appliances? Please share your opinions and thoughts with us in the comments section below!

I certainly do not want to be all electric at any time and definitely not unless/until we have a100% reliable, countrywide electricity supply. And that's guaranteed to be in place by 2050? I very much doubt it at the rate our governments work.

And the enormous cost to homeowners if they have to compulsorily change within this short timeframe? We already have a high percentage of the population basically living from one payday to the nect or, worse, one pension to the next.

And when we are all reduced to a single power supply what happens when supply is interrupted for ANY reason? Back to a campfire in the backyard IF you are lucky enough to have one?

We are a supposedly 'lucky', resource-rich country. Instead of selling our resources, and their 'bad' emissions potential, to others, we should be developing more environmentally friendly ways of using them for Australians' direct benefit - and that includes opening up discussions about new nuclear power options.

I for one do not want to be cold and hungry in a bleak future because the government is full of lofty ideals without the necessary actions to back up their fine-sounding rhetoric.

 

[Trudi]

I HATE GAS!
In 1988 I have a house built in Perth and refused to have gas installed at the property.

In 2009 I had a house built in Canberra and told the builder that I wanted ducted reverse cycle airconditioning, which he rejected as in Canberra "everybody has ducted gas heating". So my house has gas heating and also gas hot water.

It is not pleasant when the power goes down in Canberra in the middle of winter and the gas heating stops because it needs electricity to run. Then in the morning, the shower runs cold, because the thermostat on the instant gas hot water has reset to 0 degrees as a result of the powr outage.

I have solar and my electricity bills are at the most $100 per annum, my gas bill for heating and hot water is around $1,500 per annum. If I had ducted reverse cycle airconditioning I would also have a heat pump hot water system, I would have added a second solar system with battery, so that I would be able to have the power going when the power goes down.

 

[Loubeauxarts]

l have had homes with town gas and bottled gas. The town gas worked out almost 5 times more expensive than the bottled Per annum.

Must have something to do with the exorbitant supply charge

 

[SGH]

The cost of installing an induction top was nearly as much as the appliance!

It shouldn't have, you were ripped off.

 

[SGH]

There is a ad running on the radio in QLD saying that the coal fire power stations are being converted to gas because it is cleaner and more healthier for the environment. I'm beginning to think the governments are a bunch of who really don't know what they are doing.

 

[Mina vriesekolk]

I cook on gas , have our own bottles of 9 kg . One bottle lasts 1 yr and to fill up , it was $ 24.- a few weeks ago . Don’t use the rentals , they can drive up the price if they need to. Most people have a gas BBQ in their backyard , so far no-one is complaining about that. Aussies , who go camping use gas and they have a campfire using wood , that’s a lot worse for the environment than gas.

 

[mikydrip]

We have had 8hr power outages one day a month for the past 5 months. At night we turn on lights, cook, heat, shower, watch TV, turn on electric blankets, and use the computer, all when the sola panels are not generating, so we have to buy very expensive electricity. How is this cheaper than using gas?

 

[Jennie]

I have an electric/gas home. Gas hot water heating and stove top.
My gas bill is around $130 per qtr.My electric bill is in credit (sloar panels.)
Of the $130 gas account is an amount of $100 (slightly more some accounts as it is a daily charge for having ACCESS to the gas ,not usage.
When I told the Gas company I would be converting to an electric hot water storage system and a fully electric oven ,they said I will still be charged for the daily access charge as gas lines are available to my property.
Is this commercial bullying?
Carl

That's where it stinks, changing to all electric will mean we pay the gas companies for nothing. The govt needs to stop this access charge, it is exorbitant anyway at present just to have the gas line pass your property.

 

[Graham12]

This nonsense about CO2 needs to stop. CO2 feeds plant life by photosynthesis.
6CO2+6H2O→C6H12O6+6O2.
Please read Prof Ian Plimer Green Murder. In no time the UN will be asking us to burn fossile fuel again to prevent famine as in middle ages.

 

[codac]

Are you seeking a solution to lower your cost of living while also contributing to protecting the planet? If so, it's worth considering transitioning to an all-electric home.

In this article, we will explore the concept of all-electric homes and the advantages they offer regarding our finances and the environment, based on a recent report by ABC. Get ready as we delve into the economic and environmental benefits and the role governments can play in facilitating this transition.

Did you know that if all Australian households, currently dependent on gas, were to switch to an all-electric system today, we could save over 30 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions in the next ten years? That's a remarkable reduction!

But it doesn't end there—this transition also brings lower energy costs. Electric appliances can accomplish the same tasks as their gas counterparts while consuming less energy, resulting in long-term savings.

View attachment 22832

Electric appliances use less energy than gas appliances to do the same job, making them cheaper to run. Credit: Shutterstock.

The ABC report highlights the environmental and financial benefits of transitioning away from gas in homes. With many Australian households struggling to pay rising energy bills, the potential to save money while making a positive environmental impact has never been more enticing.

However, going all-electric may seem daunting and inaccessible for many households. That's where government assistance comes into play, as they can help remove various hurdles to all-electric homes and bring emissions-reduction targets closer to reality.

For instance, Melbourne residents may consume significantly more gas compared to other regions due to cold winters. Still, the report found that those switching to electric appliances (or moving to an all-electric home) could save up to $13,900 over a decade. Households with rooftop solar will further increase these savings.

Nevertheless, various obstacles remain for households to make the switch, such as a lack of control for renters over appliance choice, added complexities in apartment living like the bundling of gas bills into body-corporate fees, space constraints for centralised electric heat pumps, upfront costs, and individuals who simply prefer cooking with gas.

View attachment 22845​

To facilitate the transition towards healthier, all-electric homes, the report suggests several government initiatives, such as:

• banning new gas connections to homes,
• providing tax write-offs for landlords on electric appliance investments,
• gradually requiring every rental property to be all-electric,
• and upgrading public housing to all-electric systems.

Additionally, federal government subsidies for low-interest loans for home electrification through the Clean Energy Finance Corporation could prolong the financial assistance to households.

A crucial part of these initiatives involves communicating the benefits of electric appliances to the public. For example, the Ginninderry all-electric suburb of Canberra saw the percentage of potential homebuyers willing to consider an all-electric home increase from 67% to 88% after featuring cooking demonstrations on induction cooktops in the display village.

While the gas industry is keen on promoting 'green gas' solutions like biomethane or 'green' hydrogen, these options are far more expensive and have yet to be widely available.

Currently, more than three million Australian homes run exclusively on electricity. Encouraging the remaining 5 million homes to switch, backed by supportive government policies, can substantially improve household finances and the global environment.

Key Takeaways

• Switching from gas to electricity can save Australian households money on energy bills and reduce carbon emissions by 30 million tonnes over the next ten years.
• Renters and those in apartment living situations often face hurdles when trying to convert to all-electric homes, such as control over appliances, cost, and space constraints.
• State governments can take action by banning new gas connections, providing tax incentives for landlords to upgrade properties to all-electric, and boosting public and community housing.
• The gas industry's suggestion of using 'green gas' is currently too expensive and not widely available, making all-electric homes a more viable solution for both cost and environmental benefits.

Based on the ABC report, transitioning to an all-electric home could be a viable and beneficial choice for numerous Australians. Now, members, we want to hear your perspective on this matter. Have you contemplated the idea of shifting from gas-powered to electric appliances? Please share your opinions and thoughts with us in the comments section below!

 

[codac]

Are you seeking a solution to lower your cost of living while also contributing to protecting the planet? If so, it's worth considering transitioning to an all-electric home.

In this article, we will explore the concept of all-electric homes and the advantages they offer regarding our finances and the environment, based on a recent report by ABC. Get ready as we delve into the economic and environmental benefits and the role governments can play in facilitating this transition.

Did you know that if all Australian households, currently dependent on gas, were to switch to an all-electric system today, we could save over 30 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions in the next ten years? That's a remarkable reduction!

But it doesn't end there—this transition also brings lower energy costs. Electric appliances can accomplish the same tasks as their gas counterparts while consuming less energy, resulting in long-term savings.

View attachment 22832

Electric appliances use less energy than gas appliances to do the same job, making them cheaper to run. Credit: Shutterstock.

The ABC report highlights the environmental and financial benefits of transitioning away from gas in homes. With many Australian households struggling to pay rising energy bills, the potential to save money while making a positive environmental impact has never been more enticing.

However, going all-electric may seem daunting and inaccessible for many households. That's where government assistance comes into play, as they can help remove various hurdles to all-electric homes and bring emissions-reduction targets closer to reality.

For instance, Melbourne residents may consume significantly more gas compared to other regions due to cold winters. Still, the report found that those switching to electric appliances (or moving to an all-electric home) could save up to $13,900 over a decade. Households with rooftop solar will further increase these savings.

Nevertheless, various obstacles remain for households to make the switch, such as a lack of control for renters over appliance choice, added complexities in apartment living like the bundling of gas bills into body-corporate fees, space constraints for centralised electric heat pumps, upfront costs, and individuals who simply prefer cooking with gas.

View attachment 22845​

To facilitate the transition towards healthier, all-electric homes, the report suggests several government initiatives, such as:

• banning new gas connections to homes,
• providing tax write-offs for landlords on electric appliance investments,
• gradually requiring every rental property to be all-electric,
• and upgrading public housing to all-electric systems.

Additionally, federal government subsidies for low-interest loans for home electrification through the Clean Energy Finance Corporation could prolong the financial assistance to households.

A crucial part of these initiatives involves communicating the benefits of electric appliances to the public. For example, the Ginninderry all-electric suburb of Canberra saw the percentage of potential homebuyers willing to consider an all-electric home increase from 67% to 88% after featuring cooking demonstrations on induction cooktops in the display village.

While the gas industry is keen on promoting 'green gas' solutions like biomethane or 'green' hydrogen, these options are far more expensive and have yet to be widely available.

Currently, more than three million Australian homes run exclusively on electricity. Encouraging the remaining 5 million homes to switch, backed by supportive government policies, can substantially improve household finances and the global environment.

Key Takeaways

• Switching from gas to electricity can save Australian households money on energy bills and reduce carbon emissions by 30 million tonnes over the next ten years.
• Renters and those in apartment living situations often face hurdles when trying to convert to all-electric homes, such as control over appliances, cost, and space constraints.
• State governments can take action by banning new gas connections, providing tax incentives for landlords to upgrade properties to all-electric, and boosting public and community housing.
• The gas industry's suggestion of using 'green gas' is currently too expensive and not widely available, making all-electric homes a more viable solution for both cost and environmental benefits.

Based on the ABC report, transitioning to an all-electric home could be a viable and beneficial choice for numerous Australians. Now, members, we want to hear your perspective on this matter. Have you contemplated the idea of shifting from gas-powered to electric appliances? Please share your opinions and thoughts with us in the comments section below!

 

[codac]

Seeing the majority of electricity is still produced by burning hydrocarbons this is a nonsence article.

 

[Lolali]

When we moved to our present home in 1997 there was no gas available so I had to use an electric stove, and how I hated it! In 2007 mains gas became available so we converted to gas for heating and cooking (and later for hot water, after our electric hot water system needed replacing). I was thankful to have a gas stove again, and would hate to have to get rid of it. It’s instant and so much easier to control than standard electric burners. That’s why professional chefs prefer gas. Mind you, I have no experience of conduction cookers, so cannot compare those with gas. Gas prices have risen incredibly since we first converted, so I might be quite happy with electric heating and hot water again, but I absolutely want to retain gas cooking.

I used to say this about gas, got a big fancy bloody thing, to heat up the big oven alone and on low it cuts out all the time. Use a square little air fryer oven 98% of the time.
Then one day I got an induction plate (I’m a chef) for a job and never looked back! The big gas stove looks good and is useful to put pots on etc, hardly ever use the cook top now. Got solar panels so induction is win win!
Try it if you can, to boil anything takes seconds from start to boil!
i love it and once thought it was hideous

 

[Dazza14u]

I love our gas, so much better to cook with, if we run out of hot water it'll be heated up again in 20 minutes and our gas heater is way better then the air conditioner, I don't like how the AC dries the air and makes it stuffy. I'll enjoy it for as long as we can, there are many other countries contributing way more to greenhouse gases then Australia.

 

[Shane/#]

Are you seeking a solution to lower your cost of living while also contributing to protecting the planet? If so, it's worth considering transitioning to an all-electric home.

In this article, we will explore the concept of all-electric homes and the advantages they offer regarding our finances and the environment, based on a recent report by ABC. Get ready as we delve into the economic and environmental benefits and the role governments can play in facilitating this transition.

Did you know that if all Australian households, currently dependent on gas, were to switch to an all-electric system today, we could save over 30 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions in the next ten years? That's a remarkable reduction!

But it doesn't end there—this transition also brings lower energy costs. Electric appliances can accomplish the same tasks as their gas counterparts while consuming less energy, resulting in long-term savings.

View attachment 22832

Electric appliances use less energy than gas appliances to do the same job, making them cheaper to run. Credit: Shutterstock.

The ABC report highlights the environmental and financial benefits of transitioning away from gas in homes. With many Australian households struggling to pay rising energy bills, the potential to save money while making a positive environmental impact has never been more enticing.

However, going all-electric may seem daunting and inaccessible for many households. That's where government assistance comes into play, as they can help remove various hurdles to all-electric homes and bring emissions-reduction targets closer to reality.

For instance, Melbourne residents may consume significantly more gas compared to other regions due to cold winters. Still, the report found that those switching to electric appliances (or moving to an all-electric home) could save up to $13,900 over a decade. Households with rooftop solar will further increase these savings.

Nevertheless, various obstacles remain for households to make the switch, such as a lack of control for renters over appliance choice, added complexities in apartment living like the bundling of gas bills into body-corporate fees, space constraints for centralised electric heat pumps, upfront costs, and individuals who simply prefer cooking with gas.

View attachment 22845​

To facilitate the transition towards healthier, all-electric homes, the report suggests several government initiatives, such as:

• banning new gas connections to homes,
• providing tax write-offs for landlords on electric appliance investments,
• gradually requiring every rental property to be all-electric,
• and upgrading public housing to all-electric systems.

Additionally, federal government subsidies for low-interest loans for home electrification through the Clean Energy Finance Corporation could prolong the financial assistance to households.

A crucial part of these initiatives involves communicating the benefits of electric appliances to the public. For example, the Ginninderry all-electric suburb of Canberra saw the percentage of potential homebuyers willing to consider an all-electric home increase from 67% to 88% after featuring cooking demonstrations on induction cooktops in the display village.

While the gas industry is keen on promoting 'green gas' solutions like biomethane or 'green' hydrogen, these options are far more expensive and have yet to be widely available.

Currently, more than three million Australian homes run exclusively on electricity. Encouraging the remaining 5 million homes to switch, backed by supportive government policies, can substantially improve household finances and the global environment.

Key Takeaways

• Switching from gas to electricity can save Australian households money on energy bills and reduce carbon emissions by 30 million tonnes over the next ten years.
• Renters and those in apartment living situations often face hurdles when trying to convert to all-electric homes, such as control over appliances, cost, and space constraints.
• State governments can take action by banning new gas connections, providing tax incentives for landlords to upgrade properties to all-electric, and boosting public and community housing.
• The gas industry's suggestion of using 'green gas' is currently too expensive and not widely available, making all-electric homes a more viable solution for both cost and environmental benefits.

Based on the ABC report, transitioning to an all-electric home could be a viable and beneficial choice for numerous Australians. Now, members, we want to hear your perspective on this matter. Have you contemplated the idea of shifting from gas-powered to electric appliances? Please share your opinions and thoughts with us in the comments section below!

Amazing how is this going to work they are shutting down power stations left and right to go solar energy year's ago the family home was all electric heating, cooking and hot water then power price's started to go up so as things needed replacing heating and hot water where changed to gas why it was cheaper and guess what gas is getting dearer yes but the multinationals and Australian companies are shipping it overseas for a pittance but making billions in profits while domestic gas goes up it should be the other way around Australia pollution per capita is minimal compared to China ,India, America and so on Australia is heading to become stone-age we will be back burning wood hang on that's not good either stop listening to concrete jungle minorities next you will be taxed for FARTING

 

[bluetang]

When we moved to our present home in 1997 there was no gas available so I had to use an electric stove, and how I hated it! In 2007 mains gas became available so we converted to gas for heating and cooking (and later for hot water, after our electric hot water system needed replacing). I was thankful to have a gas stove again, and would hate to have to get rid of it. It’s instant and so much easier to control than standard electric burners. That’s why professional chefs prefer gas. Mind you, I have no experience of conduction cookers, so cannot compare those with gas. Gas prices have risen incredibly since we first converted, so I might be quite happy with electric heating and hot water again, but I absolutely want to retain gas cooking.

Chefs use gas because standing over an electric stove all day results i radiation burns. My husband was a chef and only one place had electric stoves and no one lasted there very long, too much radiating heat.

 

[Catlady]

Are you seeking a solution to lower your cost of living while also contributing to protecting the planet? If so, it's worth considering transitioning to an all-electric home.

In this article, we will explore the concept of all-electric homes and the advantages they offer regarding our finances and the environment, based on a recent report by ABC. Get ready as we delve into the economic and environmental benefits and the role governments can play in facilitating this transition.

Did you know that if all Australian households, currently dependent on gas, were to switch to an all-electric system today, we could save over 30 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions in the next ten years? That's a remarkable reduction!

But it doesn't end there—this transition also brings lower energy costs. Electric appliances can accomplish the same tasks as their gas counterparts while consuming less energy, resulting in long-term savings.

View attachment 22832

Electric appliances use less energy than gas appliances to do the same job, making them cheaper to run. Credit: Shutterstock.

The ABC report highlights the environmental and financial benefits of transitioning away from gas in homes. With many Australian households struggling to pay rising energy bills, the potential to save money while making a positive environmental impact has never been more enticing.

However, going all-electric may seem daunting and inaccessible for many households. That's where government assistance comes into play, as they can help remove various hurdles to all-electric homes and bring emissions-reduction targets closer to reality.

For instance, Melbourne residents may consume significantly more gas compared to other regions due to cold winters. Still, the report found that those switching to electric appliances (or moving to an all-electric home) could save up to $13,900 over a decade. Households with rooftop solar will further increase these savings.

Nevertheless, various obstacles remain for households to make the switch, such as a lack of control for renters over appliance choice, added complexities in apartment living like the bundling of gas bills into body-corporate fees, space constraints for centralised electric heat pumps, upfront costs, and individuals who simply prefer cooking with gas.

View attachment 22845​

To facilitate the transition towards healthier, all-electric homes, the report suggests several government initiatives, such as:

• banning new gas connections to homes,
• providing tax write-offs for landlords on electric appliance investments,
• gradually requiring every rental property to be all-electric,
• and upgrading public housing to all-electric systems.

Additionally, federal government subsidies for low-interest loans for home electrification through the Clean Energy Finance Corporation could prolong the financial assistance to households.

A crucial part of these initiatives involves communicating the benefits of electric appliances to the public. For example, the Ginninderry all-electric suburb of Canberra saw the percentage of potential homebuyers willing to consider an all-electric home increase from 67% to 88% after featuring cooking demonstrations on induction cooktops in the display village.

While the gas industry is keen on promoting 'green gas' solutions like biomethane or 'green' hydrogen, these options are far more expensive and have yet to be widely available.

Currently, more than three million Australian homes run exclusively on electricity. Encouraging the remaining 5 million homes to switch, backed by supportive government policies, can substantially improve household finances and the global environment.

Key Takeaways

• Switching from gas to electricity can save Australian households money on energy bills and reduce carbon emissions by 30 million tonnes over the next ten years.
• Renters and those in apartment living situations often face hurdles when trying to convert to all-electric homes, such as control over appliances, cost, and space constraints.
• State governments can take action by banning new gas connections, providing tax incentives for landlords to upgrade properties to all-electric, and boosting public and community housing.
• The gas industry's suggestion of using 'green gas' is currently too expensive and not widely available, making all-electric homes a more viable solution for both cost and environmental benefits.

Based on the ABC report, transitioning to an all-electric home could be a viable and beneficial choice for numerous Australians. Now, members, we want to hear your perspective on this matter. Have you contemplated the idea of shifting from gas-powered to electric appliances? Please share your opinions and thoughts with us in the comments section below!

 

[Catlady]

Where I live, we get quite a few thunderstorms and blackouts are not unusual. When I first moved here, it was early winter and quite cold and I was living in an all electric house. We had a thunderstorm that knocked out the electricity and we had none for around 8 hours or so. Not only couldn't we turn on a heater to keep us warm, but we couldn't even make a hot cup of coffee. It was then that I decided that I would only ever have a gas stove so that even if we couldn't boil a kettle, we could at least boil water on the stove.