The Bay Area Air Quality Management District plans to mandate electric water heater replacements starting in 2027, with the aim of improving air quality and reducing premature deaths. However, the reported costs for installation may range from $2,900 to $38,800 and could require significant modifications to homes. The report also warns of potential negative effects on renters, including financial stress and displacement, while emphasizing that many replacements happen only when appliances fail. Recommendations to prepare for such failures and offer better rent control are also discussed.
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District proposes a shift to electric water heaters by 2027, despite potential costs that could reach tens of thousands.
The report argues that shifting to electric heating will prevent an estimated 37 to 85 premature deaths per year and improve air quality.
California's water heater replacements mostly occur upon failure, leading to concerns that homeowners need to prepare financially for sudden replacements.
The proposed ban on gas appliances could disproportionately impact renters, who may face displacement and financial strain due to the associated costs.
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