Phil Steiner authored an article in the January issue of High-Profile Monthly issue discussing how electrifying building heating systems can significantly reduce on-site carbon emissions.
“Electrification of heat refers to the process of heating buildings using electricity rather than on-site fossil fuels. The majority of existing heating systems rely on carbon-based fuels—typically oil, propane, or natural gas—as their primary heat source. Whether serving individual buildings, such as single-family residences, or centralized heating plants, such as those found on university campuses, fuel was transported to the site and combusted as needed.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) estimates that space heating and domestic hot water account for approximately 60% of energy use in residential buildings and 32% in commercial buildings. This equates to roughly 8 trillion BTUs annually, primarily generated through on-site fuel combustion in equipment with efficiency rates ranging from 80% to 90%. These systems release greenhouse gases, excess heat, and particulate pollutants into the atmosphere.“
Read the full article: Electrification of Heat: Transitioning Away from On-Site Carbon Utilization
