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Biden to set efficiency standards for gas stoves amid GOP backlash
The Energy Department is poised to finalize modest new efficiency standards for gas and electric stoves and ovens, potentially saving consumers in power bills.
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The health impact of kitchen choices: Gas vs. induction cooking
In a comparison of gas stoves and induction cooktops, health concerns are brought to light, highlighting the potential risks of using gas stoves.
Michael J. Coren, John Farrell, Alice Li report for Washington Post.
In short:
- Gas stoves, common in 40 million American homes, are under scrutiny for health risks.
- Studies link gas stove use to respiratory issues, especially in children and the elderly.
- Induction cooktops are tested as a safer alternative, raising questions about traditional cooking methods.
Key quote:
“We know that being exposed to those pollutants is not beneficial to your health”
— Michael Johnson, technical director at the Berkeley Air Monitoring Group
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Vegan diets cause far less climate pollution, study shows. Here’s what to know in Tennessee
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House passes bill to block federal gas stove ban
Politico reporter Kelsey Tamorrino writes about House conservatives that have successfully passed bipartisan legislation aimed at preventing the federal government from banning gas stoves.
In a nutshell:
The Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act received support from 29 Democrats, although it is unlikely to advance in the Democratic-controlled Senate. While there are currently no federal proposals to ban gas stoves, Republicans argue that the legislation serves as pushback against perceived overreach by the Biden administration and its influence on consumers' choices.
Key quote:
“This week, we will hold the Biden administration accountable by standing up for the American people to stop the outrageous and really insane ban on gas stoves — a bad idea that started in New York that is now being embraced by every Democrat and the Biden administration,” said Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.).
Big picture:
The long-term health impacts of gas stoves have become a contentious issue. Advocates for a ban argue that gas stoves contribute to indoor air pollution, releasing harmful pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide and carbon monoxide, which can have detrimental effects on respiratory health and exacerbate conditions like asthma. However, opponents, primarily Republicans, contend that a ban on gas stoves infringes on personal freedoms and represents government overreach, becoming a focal point in the larger political battle over climate change and the role of fossil fuels in society. As discussions continue, balancing health concerns with political ideologies remains a challenge for policymakers.
Read the full Politico article to learn more.
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GOP cooks up a new storm on gas stove rules
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