Today’s Solutions: November 04, 2024

We recently discussed how Ojai, California is banning gas in new construction. Now, a much bigger city is tossing their hat in the gas-free ring. San Francisco’s board of supervisors unanimously voted this week to ban gas in new buildings, making it the second-largest city in the country to do so after its neighbor, San Jose. 

The new law goes into effect in June 2021 and will apply to more than 54,000 homes and 32 million square feet of business space slated for construction. The measure does make an exception for restaurants, which can apply for 18-month exemption waivers. 

Natural gas accounts for 40 percent of San Francisco’s overall emissions, making it the second-largest source of climate-warming pollution in the city. All-electric homes also greatly improve indoor air quality as gas appliances produce nitrogen oxide pollution. As an added bonus, all-electric homes are more cost-effective in the long run than their gas-powered counterparts. It’s a win-win situation for the environment and residents. 

We are excited to see San Francisco take this step and hope it prompts other cities, big and small, to follow suit. Want to learn more about the benefits of all-electric homes? Check out our article on why all developers should ditch gas for good.

Solutions News Source Print this article
More of Today's Solutions

Out of Body Pop is creating safe spaces for neurodivergent music fans

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Out of Body Pop, a unique music event at London's EartH Kitchen, provides a space for neurodivergent people ...

Read More

How micro-meditations help reduce stress anytime, anywhere

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In today's fast-paced world, taking time for stress relief might be overwhelming—especially if you're already overburdened. The recommendation ...

Read More

How to naturally purify the air in your home

Since we’re spending more time than ever at home these days, it’s time we consider the quality of air in our homes. After all, ...

Read More

James Webb Space Telescope officially launches into space

As most of us were celebrating Christmas morning in December 2021, NASA was celebrating a different event: the successful launch of the James Webb Space ...

Read More