Local TREND. Ban Natural Gas from new buildings.

Where? Berkeley CA

What? City Council unanimous vote to ban natural gas infrastructure in new low-rise residential buildings starting 1.1.2020

Exceptions? Yes, 2. new industrial & commercial buildings

Supporters?

  • PG&E
  • Sierra Club
  • atural Resources Defense Council 

What will be required in new buildings instead? electrification of space and water heating and air conditioning

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