Electrify Missoula
Electrifying everything is a key strategy in building for the future & mitigating climate change. At the same time, we're working to green the grid.
We're proud of our collaborative work to spearhead and oversee Electrify Missoula: Missoula's initiative to transition to a healthier, more affordable clean energy future. We've highlighted some of our program work below. For details on how to go electric, please visit our program-specific website:
Check out: electrifymissoula.org |
The ProblemIn Missoula, many buildings rely on methane gas (aka "natural" gas) for space and water heating & cooling, cooking, laundry and much more. As a result, our building sector is a major contributor to climate change. Combined, methane gas emissions (residential, commercial and industrial) account for ~23% of our community's emissions. Getting off fossil gas and going electric, alongside transitioning to renewable electricity sources, is a critical pathway to reach urgent climate targets and protect public health. Around the country, communities are moving toward all-electric buildings and we are part of this movement. |
The OpportunityRecent federal legislation has opened up huge opportunities to offset the costs of going electric (woohoo for the Inflation Reduction Act)!!! From upgrading to more efficient, all-electric appliances, to improving weatherization, to getting EV ready or adding solar, there are tax credits and local incentives stacking up. Before you start replacing appliances, though, it's critical to make a plan, to ensure you're doing the best thing for your comfort and pocket book. Click the picture of our electrified home below to learn more about what to electrify. |