All posts tagged natural gas

Renewable Energy Contributes Half of New Generating Capacity for U.S.

Renewable Energy Contributes Half of New Generating Capacity for U.S.

Renewable energy produced half of all new energy generating capacity in 2012, an accomplishment in the fight against global warming. In fact, wind energy beat natural gas in new energy generating capacity. Imagine what 2013 has in store for us!

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Carbon Emissions in US at 20 Year Low, Coal’s Long Goodbye

Carbon Emissions in US at 20 Year Low, Coal’s Long Goodbye

According to the EIA, carbon emissions from energy use is at a 20 year low, which is excellent news for the planet. The research points to warmer weather in the winter and increased natural gas usage as a coal alternative.

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