Now we're cooking with... gas?
The Conservation Council ACT Region is helping Canberrans to make the switch from gas to electric appliances. But we know that many people are reluctant to replace their gas cooktop for electric alternatives. 
We need your help to understand why!
Please answer the questions below in as much or as little detail as you like. To answer all questions will take around 5 to 10 minutes.
Data will only be used anonymously and will not be shared.
Provide your contact details at the end if you're happy for us to follow up with you.
Thank you!
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How much do you like cooking?
I love cooking
I hate cooking
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Complete this sentence.
"Cooking reminds me of..."
Complete this sentence.
"Cooking with gas makes me think of..."
If you could choose between cooking on gas or electric cooktop, which do you prefer?
Strongly prefer electric
Strongly prefer gas
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If you had to change from gas to electric cooking, how would you feel?
Totally happy / unconcerned
Very upset / annoyed
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Explain why you would feel that way?
Do you have any particular methods of cooking (particular pots or pans etc) or specific foods or special recipes that you think will only work on a gas cooktop? 
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Please describe those methods or foods.
Why do you think they won't work on electricity?
And why are they important to you?

(If none, write "none")
What appliances does your home have?
Gas
Electric (includes heat pump, resistance, induction)
Solar
Woodfired
Other
Don't know
Cooktop
Oven
Heating
Hot water
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Have you thought about replacing your gas cooktop with electric?
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What are (or were) your hesitations or obstacles (if any) about switching from gas to electric cooking?
(If none, write "none" or NA)
What would (or did) motivate you to switch from gas to electric appliances?
Very important to me
Somewhat important to me
Not important to me
Cost of gas compared to electricity
Concern about climate change
Health concerns about gas
I want the newest technology
A friend/family member/colleague recommends switching
A tradesperson (architect, builder, retailer, installer etc) recommends switching
I want to use less energy or reduce my energy bills
I want to use my own rooftop solar power
Safety concerns about gas
Getting help (information, funding or practical) with replacement
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What is your cultural background?
(List all that you strongly identify with)
This question is critical to us understanding who we need to talk with.
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What is your age?
This question is critical to us understanding who we need to talk with.
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What kind of building do you live in? *
What sort(s) of stove have you learned to cook on?
(Select all that apply)
Have you heard of or used an electric induction cooktop?
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Do you know the difference between 20th-century electric hotplates and 21st-century induction cooktops?
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Which best describes you?
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What would be most helpful for you to learn about modern electric cooking?
Not helpful
Somewhat helpful
Very helpful
Visiting a website with text information about cooking options
Watching a video about electric induction cooking
Reading a brief brochure about electric cooking
Seeing a live demonstration of electric induction cooking
Attending an in-person presentation about electric cooking
Participating in an online information session about electric cooking
Having a conversation with a friend /colleague / neighbour about electric cooking
Trying some food cooked on electric induction cooktop
Receiving information from a sales person at an appliance shop
Receiving information from a trades person (eg architect, builder, plumber, electrician)
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Where does the gas in your home come from?
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Did you know that the "natural gas" used in buildings for heating, hot water and cooking is a fossil fuel that causes climate change and respiratory diseases?
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Did you know that the ACT Government has committed to phasing out Canberra's gas network by 2045?
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Have you heard about the ACT Government's Sustainable Households Scheme that offers an interest-free loan of up to $15,000 to switch to electric appliances?
This scheme is available to homeowners and rental landlords.
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If you would you like to help further with our project, please provide your name and email address
Thank you for your time and contribution!
To find out more about the future of gas or to switch your appliances, visit Make the Switch.
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