Electrification of what?
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Renters often get heat for free but typically have to pay for electricity. How do you think about the financial implications of making this transition for working class people?
No one gets "heat for free." For many, its cost is hidden in the rent. So, anything that costs the landlord less should create less motive to increase rents. Heat pumps can provide central heating just like fossil fueled systems. So, heat would still be provided without charge.
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If you think a reduction in the landlord's costs would result in a decrease or slower increase in rent for tenants you have perhaps never rented an apartment in NYC. Electrification will reduce emissions but it's not a just transition unless you find a better answer to this.
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There is no injustice if tenants' costs don't increase. But, there are many benefits to tenants. Less pollution and GHG emissions as well as reduced fire risk. Also, heat pumps provide both air-conditioning and heating. And, yes, I rent an apartment in NYC with heat included.
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