What Will They Think of Next? A Battery-Powered Oven
Electric cooking has long been a challenge for homeowners trying to reduce grid dependence and electrify their homes without expensive panel upgrades. But now, thanks to the new Copper battery-powered range and cooktop, that challenge is getting a high-tech solution.
With built-in battery storage, Copper’s innovative appliances allow homeowners to cook with electricity without demanding large amounts of power from the grid all at once. This means greater energy efficiency, smoother electrification, and lower peak-hour electricity costs.
How Copper’s Battery-Powered Oven and Cooktop Work
Instead of pulling high power directly from your home’s electrical panel every time you turn on a burner, Copper’s appliances use a built-in battery to manage energy flow. The battery charges at a lower, steady rate—pulling only a fraction of the power that a traditional electric range would need—then delivers high-power bursts when cooking.
This breakthrough offers two key benefits:
1. Lower Peak Power Usage – Since the battery stores energy in advance, the range can operate without drawing high power from the grid during peak hours (4-9 PM). This helps reduce demand charges and makes it easier to use electricity when rates are lowest.
2. Easier Home Electrification – Traditional electric ranges require a 240V circuit, often necessitating a costly panel upgrade. Copper’s battery-powered range can run on a standard 120V outlet, making all-electric kitchens far more accessible—especially for homes with limited electrical capacity.
Why This Matters for Energy Savings
• Avoid Peak Pricing: Time-of-Use electricity plans make cooking during peak hours expensive. With Copper’s stored energy, you can cook dinner without pulling expensive grid power.
• Reduce Panel Upgrade Costs: Many older homes have 100A panels, making full electrification difficult without costly upgrades. Copper’s battery-powered solution reduces the need for additional high-power circuits.
• Pair with Solar + Storage: If you have a Powerwall or another battery storage system, Copper’s appliances allow you to cook using stored solar energy rather than relying on the grid.
A Step Toward Smarter, More Efficient Homes
With innovations like Copper’s battery-powered range and cooktops, electrification is becoming more accessible, efficient, and affordable. Whether you’re looking to cut peak energy costs, electrify your home without a panel upgrade, or cook more sustainably, this technology is a game-changer.
Would you like to learn more about how battery-backed solutions can help optimize your home’s energy use? Let’s talk!
About the Authors:
This blog post was originally written by Grok 2 and ChatGPT prompted by Daniel Ehinger, an experienced electrician dedicated to promoting electrical safety and best practices. The content was edited and enhanced by Daniel Ehinger, who provided valuable insights and improvements to ensure accuracy, clarity and readability.
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