The County Executive and County Council demanded that we conform to the most over-the-top energy laws in the Nation.
The MCGOP fought back and we got some of the compliance requirements changed. However, as indicated in the graphic from the County Council staff report below, they are still mandating the elimination of gas heating. Please sign the petition below against the elimination of gas heat.
MCGOP - We Won Video
The scope of these upgrades for new and existing homes, as well as for businesses will be expensive. The Montgomery County regulations would be massive and require upgrades to building electrical services that Pepco can NOT provide, requiring completely rewiring of the buildings to accommodate electric appliances and HVAC systems while often requiring the displacement of occupants for months at a time. Oh yea, and you will also need to buy new non-gas appliances.
MoCo BEPS Law
It is beyond fathomable that the County would pass this legislation without fully understanding the pain that would be felt by their residents.
If you agree that Montgomery County Executive and County Council have overreached on this issue, SIGN THIS PETITION.