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The White House has invested in an ambitious plan of deploying nuclear fusion on the electrical grid in the 2030s. While the science is still developing, fusion has the potential to dramatically alter the clean energy landscape.
Carbon capture is getting increasing attention as a part of the nation’s long-term climate goals. New Energy Department data identifies 58 active projects across the US.
The US would need to produce 20-50% more electricity annually if all cars were electric vehicles.
While research on the energy consumption of video games is still emerging, a 2018 report identified software strategies and gamer access to energy-saving tools as potential ways of reducing energy usage.
High energy prices will raise the cost of heating for residential households across the country.
Despite the rising number of charging stations, the US will need to ramp up installations to meet demand by 2030.
Adjustments to the federal land leasing program may change how much energy is produced on federal territory.
A Treasury Department analysis showed releases from the reserve contributed to a 13 to 31 cent per gallon decrease in the price of gas through July. But prices have risen in recent months.
Energy
The Inflation Reduction Act establishes a federal green bank
Electric vehicles release half as much greenhouse gas emissions as gas-powered cars on average.
