Kaukauna Utilities strives to be a catalyst in the utility industry. It is our responsibility to promote wise use of resources and find new ways to preserve and improve the environment we all live and work in while continuing our commitment to provide safe, reliable, clean, sustainable energy at competitive rates.
Key initiatives will focus on:
- Beneficial Electrification – Encourage the transition towards clean electricity generation and utilization with zero emissions. Implementation will save consumers money, create more resilient and reliable infrastructure, and reduce our carbon footprint.
- Awareness – Educate and support all internal and external stakeholders as we advocate for the benefits of a clean energy future.
- Sustainability – Promote environmentally responsible initiatives, including recycling, composting, community environmental activities, and other sustainability practices.
- Maximizing Efficiencies – Endorse efficient use of energy and water resources in ways that help improve our customers’ experience and promote responsible use for the benefit of generations to come.
Click the image to the right for a story map of the full Beneficial Electrification and Environmental Responsibility Plan, or click here to download a pdf of the full report.
Electrification Guide
What is electrification?
Simply put, electrification is the act of modifying a “machine or system” to use electric power to function, rather than other fuel sources, such as gas.
Most people use machines or systems daily which can be powered by one or the other. Many items can be electrified — and you might already be familiar with some of them! Electric vehicles, induction stovetops, and heat pump clothes dryers are all electric alternatives that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with a home.
While fully electrified homes only use electricity as their fuel source, there are many benefits to partial electrification. Electrification isn’t all-or-nothing — even swapping out one or two appliances in your home can result in cost and energy savings for your family, as well as health and safety benefits.
Why electrify your home?
Converting your home’s fuel source solely to electricity might seem like a daunting task. However, the payoff for you and your family in the long run could be substantial.
