‘Do More’: Victorian Greens Urge Government to Accelerate Shift to All-Electric Homes

The initiative aligns with broader efforts to reduce reliance on fossil gas, addressing rising energy bills and promoting sustainable practices.

Blue flames rise from the burner of a natural gas stove in Orange, Calif., on June 11, 2003. David McNew/Getty Images

The Victorian Greens have called on the Allan Labor government to “do more” in accelerating the transition to all-electric homes, citing environmental and economic concerns.

Greens Deputy Leader Ellen Sandell said Victorians need support transitioning away from gas, with a halt on new fossil fuel drilling and the sale of new gas appliances.