Induction Cooktops

What are electric induction cooktops? 

Electric Induction Cooktops are a safer, more energy-efficient option for everyday stovetop cooking. They heat twice as fast and have better temperature control than a gas stove. Using an induction cooktop also eliminates a major source of air pollution in your home. 


Want to test out an induction cooktop yourself? 

The City of Hayward in partnership with Ava Community Energy (formerly known asEast Bay Community Energy) and Acterra are excited to announce that residents can check out a portable induction cooktop and cookware (see photo above) at no cost for up to two weeks! Residents can fill out this interest form and choose City Hall (777 B St.) as their preferred pickup location to get on the cooktop loan waiting list. After filling out the interest form, a representative will get back to you to schedule your cooktop loaner.  

All residents who participate in the cooktop loaner program must sign a waiver. If you do not have access to a printer, a hardcopy will be available when you checkout your induction cooktop loaner.
 
Want to test out a recipe on the induction cooktop? 
 
Ava worked with Chef Reem Assil to share their shakshuka recipe and how they cook the recipe using an induction cooktop. You can find the shakshuka recipe here.
 
Rebates

Looking to switch your current cooktop to induction? For only a while longer, BayREN offers a $250 rebate for residents who purchase a qualifying full-range induction cooktop.

Note: BayREN Home+ program is expected to sunset by October 31st, 2024, or until the budget is exhuasted, whichever comes first. You can find the latest budget updates here and/or visit BayREN's news page to read the most up-to-date information about the program. For current incentives for heat pump water heaters, please visit https://incentives.avaenergy.org/.

To learn more about induction cooking, visit Ava's informational page here.

If you have any questions about induction cooktops or the City's induction cooktop loaner program, contact environment@hayward-ca.gov.