What are the benefits of adopting an all-electric new construction ordinance?
  • Reduce the amount of greenhouse gas emissions produced in Contra Costa County and will contribute to reducing the overall and local impact of climate change and associated risks  
  • Reduce new building construction costs since natural gas infrastructure (plumbing, metering, and venting) are not needed
  • Help meet the County’s Climate Action Plan greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals
  • Carry out the County Board of Supervisor’s Climate Emergency Resolutions (Resolution No. 2020/256)
  • Improve indoor air quality and safety 

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1. What are the benefits of adopting an all-electric new construction ordinance?
2. What building types would the ordinance apply to?
3. What is an all-electric building?
4. Do all-electric buildings cost more?
5. Is Contra Costa County the only jurisdiction that’s adopted an all-electric building ordinance like this?
6. Is there enough electricity supply to support new all-electric buildings?
7. Won’t all-electric buildings be more vulnerable to Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events?