This report from the New Buildings Institute was published in January 2021 and provides a guide to developing, implementing and supporting electrification programs. Extensive qualitative research drawing from California efficiency programs of 38 technologies across four end-use areas (Space Heating, Water Heating, Cooking and Clothes Drying & Laundry) is provided. A Technology Assessment Graphic Tool is provided. As an example, heat pumps use 36% less energy, produce 71% less GHG and are 300% – 400% efficient compared with high-efficiency condensing gas furnaces. Electrifying the four main gas-using technologies of space and water heating, cooking and clothes drying cuts energy use by over 40% and GHG emissions by over 75%. The analysis discusses key roadblocks and recommendations.
Key words: Energy Management, HVAC, Market Sizing, Natural Gas, Property Management, Research & Development, Utilities, Clothes Drying, Water Heating, Cooking