Gas Stove Legislation

What is happening? Let’s look at the numbers and who is where on the gas stove issue. The bill filing and executive action is focused in blue states. Data says that 13% of emissions come  from buildings, of that 80% is said to be attributable to natural gas. This week we learned that medical experts say 13% of childhood asthma is tied to gas stoves. Those opposing gas stove limitations are building associations, gas industry, plumbers, and steamfitters. Opposition  says the legislation banning gas in new builds will drive up the cost of housing & cause electric reliability issues.

Why is this important? Before this week’s news of gas stove emissions and health concerns, most bans on natural gas in building codes was focused on the 100 local governments that have passed all electric building codes.

Route Fifty | States at Center of Battle Over Gas Furnaces and Stoves