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An organization of residents of the Town of Penfield, NY
who are concerned about the environment.
Beneficial Electrification
🔌 Beneficial Electrification is a strategic approach to replacing fossil fuel use with electricity in a way that delivers multiple advantages—environmental, economic, and operational. It’s not just about switching fuels; it’s doing so when it makes sense for consumers, the grid, and the planet.
Beneficial Electrification therefore refers to the application of electricity to end-uses where doing so meets at least one of the following conditions without negatively impacting the others:
✅ Saves consumers money over time
✅ Reduces greenhouse gas emissions and benefits the environment
✅ Improves product performance or quality of life
✅ Enhances grid resilience and flexibility
Environmental Impact
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Replacing fossil fuels (like propane, heating oil, or gasoline) with electricity—especially from renewable sources—can significantly reduce emissions.
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Full electrification of U.S. transportation, commercial, and residential sectors could cut greenhouse gases by 70% by 2050.
Common Applications
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Heating & Cooling: Electric heat pumps are more efficient than oil or gas systems, especially with modern cold-climate models.
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Water Heating: Heat pump water heaters offer 200–300% efficiency compared to ~67% for gas heaters.
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Transportation: Electric vehicles (EVs) emit less carbon—even when powered by coal—than gasoline cars.
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Agriculture: Electrifying irrigation systems reduces fuel costs and maintenance.
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