Appliances - Cooktop

So we have to finalize all the wonderful appliances we will be installing into our new modern eco-kitchen. It funny, I've actually gone to all the major vendors (Sears, Home Depot, Pacific Sales etc.) and asked them: "We're remodeling our kitchen, and would like to pick the most environmentally products to use, what would your recommend??"
Well you can guess their response, but basically they said "well we've never had anyone ask that question before, I'm not sure!" Luckily I have my Carbon Busters reference book which has helped with generics, and does the best of any resource for rating different household components, but needs updating for 2007-2008 items. Also there is nothing there for Cooktops and Ovens other than gas is usually more efficient than electric, but induction cooktops are best.
Now, our goal is to eventually be environmentally neutral impact. That's quite a lofty goal, but as LT said on 60 minutes last night, "You've got to aim to be the best ever, or you might never come close". So our philosophy with electric vs gas, is that we can always add more solar panels to count for the added electrical needs, but Gas is a non-renewable resource, even if it is more efficient. But for things were massive BTU's for heat is necessary longer term, for now we will be getting an instant hot water heater, and the most efficient Gas Furnace we can find.
One more efficient and reliable water and space heaters are available, we will convert to those then.

So the photos on the left are of our BOSCH cooktop and Wall Oven / Convection Microwave units we will be purchasing. Now I don't expect people to get the top of the line units like we have here (will cost over $5k for the entire setup), similar appliance are available in a middle of the road market and all in one range/oven that could keep you in the competitive $1700 realm. Our only excuses for going high end, is that we are in a high end neighborhood and for re-sale value should keep it all comparable, and I'll admit, Having these BOSCH units are damn COOL!
They do have some eco friendly features I like such as:
POWERBOIL°
This function brings ingredients to the desired heat level faster than ever.° Simply set the desired cooking level, then press the “P” button.° The POWERBOIL heats the pot at the maximum setting, then automatically reduces the heat to your preset level, with no worries about accidental boil over or burning.
PRECISIONSIM°
PRECISIONSIM gives you 10 increments of heat adjustment below 25% of the element’s rated power level, so you can precisely set the heat for ideal simmer results without fear of burning or scorching.° Perfect for delicate sauces or melting chocolate.12" Triple Element° This large element has three maximum power settings: 1050W, 2200W and 2700W.° This allows you to apply high power for more rapid boiling, use an extremely low setting for delicate simmering, and utilize different pan sizes with maximum efficiency.
Convenience°
2-Stage Hot Surface Indicators° Warming Zone (All Elements)
COUNTDOWN Timer°
Bosch has designed independent, built-in timers for each element, which conveniently display the set time in the control panel for easy reference and can automatically shut off each element for easy timed cooking of multiple dishes.° They can even be used as a general purpose kitchen timer.

I'll post the rest of the appliances soon.

-Joshua