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Emissions in the US peaked in the early to mid-2000s and are near early 1990s levels.
Energy
Transportation emissions have been increasing since 1990, until the COVID-19 pandemic hit.
Where are temperatures fluctuating the most from historical averages? How much money does the government earn on energy and minerals? Get the answers below.
Solar energy produced by homes and businesses more than doubled between 2014 and 2021
Energy and transportation goods and services increased the most in price compared with a year ago, but they have a limited effect on the Consumer Price Index.
Gas and oil prices were increasing prior to the invasion of Ukraine
The invasion of Ukraine can affect everything from troop deployments to energy markets.
Since energy jobs cluster in a few key states, the COVID-19 pandemic's effect on the industry was worse in certain parts of the nation.
Gas prices dropped to $1.95 a gallon in April 2020. By July 2021, they were $3.14 a gallon.
The recent heatwave hit some of the least air-conditioned cities in the country.
