Electricity demand from U.S. data centers could more than double by 2035. That’s like adding another California.
AI is driving a massive and unexpected surge in energy demand from data centers that could complicate the clean energy transition.
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Energy Department finalizes efficiency standards for tankless water heaters
Efficiency standards that take effect in 2029 will reduce pollution and save families on energy bills.
Electric and hybrid vehicle sales set new record
More than one in five light-duty vehicles sold in the U.S. in the third quarter of 2024 was a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or battery-powered EV.
New interactive map, corporate disclosure show progress on lawn care electrification
As leaves fall – and leaf blowers roar – in neighborhoods across Illinois, Illinois PIRG Education Fund and Environment Illinois Research & Education Center unveiled a new interactive map Wednesday showing nationwide progress on transitioning away from highly polluting, noisy, gas-powered lawn equipment.
NEW DATA: Large share of U.S. climate pollution comes from handful of coal and gas plants
America’s most polluting facilities emit more greenhouse gasses than some entire states.
How coal mining harms the environment
Coal mining harms our lands, waters, and wildlife even before burning contributes to coal air pollution and climate change