Exceptional performance, clean power.

Today's all-electric kitchen has high-powered, efficient equipment that is safer and improves indoor air quality without sacrificing performance.​ Less heat is wasted, which means cooler, more comfortable kitchens that are cheaper to ventilate. This equipment is often easier to clean and maintain, saving precious staff time. Plus, all-electric kitchens can be powered with 100% renewable energy.
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Make an electric kitchen happen. 
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1.   Assess your needs. What equipment in your kitchen uses gas?
2.   Identify your electric upgrade options. 
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3.   Check to what rebates are available. 
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4.   Find a contractor to get the job done.
5.   Get cooking!

The all-electric kitchen.

The kitchen of today has more equipment than might come to mind. Some equipment like refrigeration already uses electricity while others are powered by gas, electricity, or both. 
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What is induction?
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Induction works by heating your magnetic cookware directly through an electromagnetic field. Induction delivers the highest efficiency of all cooktop types ranging from 80-90% and is the easiest of them to clean because of its smooth glass surface. Because induction heats cookware directly there is no waste heat or pollutants from fossil gas combustion into the working environment. This makes induction kitchens cheaper to cool and ventilate and more comfortable to work in.

Learn more about electrification.

Get up to speed on the power, reliability, efficiency, and performance of commercial electric kitchens from industry experts.
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​How to use energy efficient countertop equipment to increase production.
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Full scale induction for commercial kitchens.

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​Combination ovens, the key to the energy-effective kitchen of the future.
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​Induction woks - types, uses, performance, and efficiency. English & Mandarin.
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Financial incentives.

Many utilities and local organizations provide cash rebates to reduce the upfront cost of installing efficient, electric foodservice equipment.
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Rebates provide financial reimbursement for the purchase and installation of qualified products. Instant rebates provide immediate discounts on products when you purchase them. 
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Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E)
Instant Rebates for ovens, fryers, steamers, griddles, cooling, and more. 
​Available to: PG&E Utility Customers
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Los Angeles Department of
Water & Power (LADWP)
​Rebates for ovens, fryers, steamers, griddles, cooling, and more.
Available to: LADWP Utility Customers
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City of Santa Monica
​Rebates for griddles and fryers.
Available to: City of Santa Monica small businesses (< 251 employees)

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SMUD (Sacramento+)
Rebates for induction, space/water heating, and electrical upgrades.
Available to: SMUD utility customers.
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San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E)
Instant rebates for ovens, fryers, steamers, griddles, cooling, and more.
Available to: SDG&E utility customers.
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Southern California Edison (SCE)
Instant rebates for ovens, fryers, steamers, griddles, cooling, and more.
Available to: SCE utility customers.
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East Bay Community Energy
Up to $15,000 rebate for induction.
Up to $2,500 rebate for associated electrical upgrades. 
Available to: EBCE utility customers.
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Walking Mountain (Colorado)
50% up to $1,000 - Electric to Induction
50% up to $6,000 - Gas to Induction
Available to: Eagle River Valley businesses/multifamily properties. 
​Induction Cooktops, ranges, and cookware
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Get hands on.

Seeing is one thing, doing is another. Connect with experience centers and electric kitchen educators to learn more about equipment, kitchen design, and get hands-on experience. 
Food Service Technology Center (FSTC)
San Ramon, CA
No Cost Technical Support, Education, Rebate Assistance, Product Demos.
Available to: PG&E Utility Customers & Private Clients.

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Foodservice Technology Center (FTC)
Irwindale, CA
​No Cost Induction Lending, Technical Support, Education, Rebate Assistance, Product Demos.
​Available to: Southern California Edison (SCE) utility customers.
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Frequently Asked Questions.

What appliances in my kitchen should I electrify?​
All of them! Fryers, woks, pizza ovens, griddles, cooktops and more can be electrified.
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​Can I use my existing cookware with an induction cooktop?​​
That depends on what type of cookware you currently have. Anything magnetic can be used with induction. Therefore, if a magnet sticks, the pan will work. This includes many popular materials including stainless, blue, and carbon steel, cast iron, enamel or ceramic-coated iron. Some cookware will have the induction logo (see picture) signifying that it is compatible.​
 Do I need to upgrade my electrical service panel to electrify my kitchen?
It depends on your current load and the capabilities of your panel. Upgrading from gas to electric may require upgrading your building’s service panel, wiring, or even increasing the amount of electricity coming from your utility to accommodate the increased electrical demand. Consult with a contractor or electrician to determine if you need to factor this into your electrification plan.
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are electric appliances more expensive?
Electric equipment comes in all shapes, sizes, and budgets. Most commercially available equipment has an electric counterpart with similar price points that is already widely used today. Some technologies, like induction, are newer to the commercial market and have higher upfront costs but rebates can make induction a more accessible option. Additionally, not installing gas pipes and expensive ventilation required for gas equipment can save upfront capital. 
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does it cost more to operate an all-electric kitchen?
While that depends on your current usage and location, electric kitchen equipment can offer long term savings. That’s because the cost of operating your kitchen includes the cost of energy, space conditioning and ventilation, labor, water, food products, and much more which can be cheaper in electric kitchens compared to gas. In general, kitchens operating on electricity only are protected from the volatility of fossil fuel prices.
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can i sear and char with an induction cooktop?
Yes - getting a good char with induction is easy. Even better, because induction heats cookware immediately, you can access this power within seconds leading to a shorter overall cooking time.

For reference, a standard 3,000 watt induction hob has the gas equivalent of about 21,500 BTUs of power.
Searing on an induction hob.
Video Courtesy of e&s trading
can i do wok cooking with induction?
Yes! Cooking in woks is possible on induction with flat-bottomed woks or on induction hobs that are curved to fit the shape of a standard wok pan. The high heat necessary in wok cooking is met easily on induction thanks to the power and quick response it delivers.
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​Multicultural Cooking on Induction (PDF) ►
Chef Nite Yun cooking on a countertop induction wok.
Video courtesy of East Bay Community Energy. 
Now We're Cooking! is a program of the Building Decarbonization Coalition.
​We aim to be be a clearinghouse for everything you need to harness the power of clean electricity in your kitchen.