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The transition from gasoline to this type of vehicle can reduce fuel costs and maintenance expenses, saving drivers money over time.
What is an electric vehicle?
These smart home devices can be controlled remotely and programmed to optimize building energy use.
What are smart thermostats?
This type of vehicle produces zero tailpipe emissions and reduces greenhouse gases.
What is an electric vehicle?
This technology stores excess energy for use during peak demand times, enhancing grid stability.
What are batteries?
Upgrading to energy-efficient electric appliances, such as this type of heating system, often results in lower utility bills and increased savings.
What is a heat pump?
This electric appliance is known for its precise temperature control and rapid cooking capabilities, often leading to improved food quality and faster meal preparation.
What is an electric induction cooktop?
Switching to this type of heating system can reduce GHG emissions by using electricity more efficiently.
What is a heat pump?
This technology enables electric vehicles to return power to the grid during high demand periods.
What is vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology?
This practice involves using smart thermostats to reduce the utility’s peak demand, which can lead to system-wide efficiency.
What is demand response?
This pillar of beneficial electrification results in a better consumer experience (hint it’s on the screen).
What is improved consumer way of life?
These financial incentives encourage the use of energy-efficient technologies.
What are rebates or tax credits?
This practice involves adjusting power consumption in response to peak demand, helping maintain grid balance.
What is demand response?
This mobile zero-emission cooling system controls temperatures for perishable goods while idle without relying on a traditional diesel engine.
What are electric refrigeration unit or eTRU?
Beneficial electrification often leads to this ‘silent advantage’ for consumers.
What is noise reduction?
Switching from gas-powered tools to electric versions for this type of outdoor work can reduce NOx, CO2, and PM2.5.
What is lawn equipment?
These loads can be temporarily reduced or shut off by utilities during peak demand periods to help maintain grid stability and prevent outages.
What are interruptable loads?
This type of financing option allows members to pay for energy upgrades (BE and EE) through their utility bills.
What is on-bill financing?
In the acronym B.E.S.T., where BES refers to Beneficial Electrification and Sustainable, the T stands for this.
What is technology?
This class of vehicle was responsible for 57% of 2022 U.S. Transportation Sector GHG Emissions.
What are Light-Duty Vehicles?
This practice coordinates the charging times of electric vehicles to optimize grid stability and efficiency.
What is managed charging?