California Homeowners Rebuild with All-Electric Designs Following Wildfires
In the aftermath of devastating wildfires, many homeowners in Altadena and Pacific Palisades, California, are opting to rebuild their homes using all-electric designs. This decision is driven by concerns over climate change, health benefits, and cost savings. Burning gas and propane in homes contributes to 10% of California's greenhouse gas emissions and releases indoor pollutants. State policies have increasingly pushed towards electrification, with 39% of new homes in California built without gas lines in 2024. Despite rollbacks on building codes that encouraged electric heat pumps, some residents are choosing all-electric homes for improved air quality and reduced fire risk. The Foothill Catalog Foundation offers pre-approved, all-electric home designs, and incentives are available for rebuilding all-electric in disaster areas. 
