Home Energy Resources

Economics and Emissions

There are a number of “cost” components to consider when evaluating a switch from natural gas to electric appliances and systems: purchase price, operating costs, warmth for the money, and greenhouse gas emissions.

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HIPPO savings calculator

There are many incentives for energy-efficient appliances and upgrades. To estimate your savings, check out this calculator from the Energy Hub for Incentive Programs and Projects in Oregon.

Just enter your zip code and household info to see incentives on electric appliance upgrades, energy efficiency, and renewable energy projects.

To get rebates and incentives, it’s important to install approved equipment AND get a Home Energy Review from the City of Ashland.

City of Ashland electrification programs and incentives

Ashland offers money back when purchasing these items for your home. Visit their website to learn about eligibility requirements and apply.

  • Home Energy Review
  • Heating & Cooling
  • Heat Pump Water Heater
  • Induction Cooktop/Range
  • Weatherization (windows and insulation)
  • Washer & Dryer
  • Smart Thermostat

The High Performance All-Electric Home

Reducing our use of “natural” gas is the best strategy to quickly reduce our climate impact. Fortunately, we have healthier, cost-effective alternatives. Ultra high efficiency electric technologies + abundant clean energy in our local grid combine to create the high-performance home of the future TODAY.

Download our Ashland flyer, “The High-Performance All-Electric Home” (pdf) — developed using Ashland’s utility rates and carbon-intensity rates for Ashland Electric in partnership with ElectrifyNow.net.

*Updated 7/29/2022.

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Home Energy Emissions

The 4 largest sources of carbon emissions in your life: Electricity 0.2 – 0.4 Tons. Car 4 – 8 Tons. Furnace 4 – 8 Tons. Water Heater 1 – 3 Tons. The furnace and car are the largest.

Home Energy Lowest Carbon Emissions

Old gas furnaces have the highest carbon emissions, while heat pumps have the lowest emissions and are the most energy efficient.

Home Energy Warmth

Heat pumps offer more warmth for the money.

Water Heating Costs

Electric water heat pumps cost the least.

Lowest Carbon Emissions Chart

The heat pump has the lowest carbon emissions — 0.03 tons whereas the gas furnace has the highest.

Electric Car Batteries Home Energy

Electric cars produce a tiny fraction of the emissions of a gas car, over the life cycle of the car.

Did You Know?

A gas furnace produces more pollution than almost anything else we use —  an estimated 4-8 tons of carbon emissions per year. That’s equivalent to a year of driving a gas-burning car!

Ashland Home Energy Articles

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