Induction Cooktops and Ranges
Whether you are concerned about your family’s exposure to indoor air pollution and want more precise temperature control and easier cleanup, induction cooking may be for you.
Like electric cars, induction cooktops and ranges (with oven) take a little getting used to. Translating your familiar dishes and cooking cues to new temperature and time controls may require a few tries. But THESE CHEFS and the one in this NOVA video seem to love them. So do we.
If you’d like to try out induction before committing to a full cooktop (or if you need an extra element for a party or cook in an RV or dorm room) consider getting a portable one or two element burner that can plug in anywhere. Be aware though that these have small elements (which limits the size of your pans and can warp them if they are too wide and thin) and are not as powerful as a full cooktop.
There will probably be an Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Electrification REBATE for both traditional ELECTRIC stoves and modern INDUCTION stoves (up to $840) for low-income households available after September 2, 2024 when the state launches its Home Energy Efficiency Rebates (HEAR) program. There are also funds to cover the cost of converting from gas or propane if you need to upgrade an electric panel and/or wiring. You may use this rebate for an induction stove OR a heat pump clothes dryer, not both. There is NO IRA stove TAX CREDIT. It is not yet clear if you qualify for the rebate in New Mexico if you already have an electric stove. See Resources below for more information on incentives. Electricity providers may have rebates.