Local, state groups urge residents to switch homes to electric energy

Nov. 11—Local nonprofits and groups on Thursday made their case for electrifying households in Frederick County and educated people on how to make the shift.

They also urged attendees at the Electrify Everything Event for Health and Savings event to speak with their representatives in local government to update building codes, so new construction will have electric appliances and systems.

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