I lived through several power failures when I was living in a place that had gas-powered HVAC and hot water heating systems. The gas-powered systems didn’t work when there was no electricity.
>The gas-powered systems didn’t work when there was no electricity.<
But a small gas generator produces enough current to keep the refrigerator, lights and furnace working. It cannot support a heat pump, electric range or electric water heater.
I’m considering a lawsuit against this war powers action. I would like to hear the administration explain how putting all of our energy needs into one basket increases our energy security.
EC
Most modern gas appliances have electronic ignition. Pilot light ignition is being phased out thanks to the government demands for efficiency.