In 2024, wind and solar generation surpassed coal for the first time, representing a significant milestone in renewable energy's role in the U.S. However, carbon emissions from electricity continued to rise, primarily due to a record increase in natural gas usage. The growing demand for electricity, especially from data centers, has led businesses to favor natural gas, which has become the leading source of climate pollution in the power sector. This trend raises concerns about the potential for future emissions cuts, as the current administration rolls back pollution regulations and emphasizes energy supply increases.
The current administration has highlighted the need to increase energy supply, including electricity. They've put a focus on supporting the AI build-out in the country with data centers.
Renewables have never been more important to the country's grid, accounting for almost 16 percent of power generation last year.
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