Assessing electrification readiness in U.S. single-family homes based on a nationwide survey of electrical panel capacities

Sadia Gul and Alan Meier

Energy Policy, 2025, vol. 206, issue C

Abstract: Electrification of residential buildings is a key strategy for increasing the use of renewable energy sources. Central to this transition is understanding the capacity of existing electrical infrastructure—specifically electrical panels—to safely and effectively manage increased electricity demands from electrification technologies. However, comprehensive nationwide data on electrical panel capacities in U.S. single-family homes is currently lacking. To address this gap, we conducted a nationwide survey of single-family homes, collecting detailed data on electrical panel capacities, breaker slot availability, major electric and gas appliances, electrical panel models, and home characteristics such as construction year and floor area. Photographic documentation was used to verify electrical panel data and appliance information.

Keywords: Electrification readiness; Electrical panel capacity; Single-family homes; Residential electrification; Electrical infrastructure; Energy policy (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enpol.2025.114712

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