New Jersey Deserves Affordable, Reliable Energy
What Solutions Will Really Work for Our State?
We all support the objective of sustainable, low-carbon energy to heat our state’s homes, power our vehicles, and fuel other vital systems and appliances. The most effective way to achieve this is with an “all of the above” strategy — one that prioritizes affordability and energy security alongside emissions reduction.
Here are the facts:
- New Jersey residents already rely on a healthy mix of energy sources, with natural gas, electricity, heating oil and propane all playing essential roles in keeping families warm and comfortable.
- No single solution works for every home or business, due to differences in location, housing type, budget and performance needs — especially during extreme winter weather.
- Protecting energy choice is critical to affordability, reliability and resilience, ensuring that families can choose the heating option that works best for their homes.
Our policymakers have an opportunity to meet this moment with innovative AND practical solutions. The tools are out there to achieve cost-effective reduction of emissions. How will we use those tools for a safe, affordable and green tomorrow?
What Matters to NJ Families?
Addressing climate and fiscal concerns in New Jersey requires candidly assessing how we can keep families safe, home budgets above water and the power grid secure.
Electric Heat pumps can work well in certain roles, but they struggle in cold New Jersey winters — like the one we just experienced — while placing a considerable strain on our already burdened grid.
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New Jersey residents are struggling to afford everyday expenses. We cannot saddle them with regulations or policies that impose tens of thousands of dollars in energy costs.
More about Costs to ConsumersEmbracing Today’s Array of Green Energy Sources
Households in New Jersey are already shrinking their carbon footprints with products like Bioheat® fuel — which lowers emissions without equipment modifications — and efficiency upgrades. Other green options, including renewable propane and renewable natural gas, are emerging to affordably reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Electricity can also be a part of the mix. Together, this range of energy solutions can achieve a greener future.
More about Today’s Green EnergyIt Costs $20,000+ to Convert a Home to Electric Heat
Want to see the research that shows how much home electrification really costs? Check out our resource section.
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