"U.S. Carbon Emissions Decline Slowly Despite Coal Reduction"
TL;DR
Despite a 2.4 percent increase in GDP, U.S. greenhouse gas emissions fell by 1.9 percent in 2023, matching 1991 levels, with the power sector leading the decline. However, transportation emissions increased by 1.6 percent due to more plane travel and miles driven. The rise in gasoline demand contrasts with record-high electric vehicle sales, indicating increased driving outweighed fuel efficiency gains. To meet Paris Agreement targets, the U.S. must reduce emissions by 6.9 percent annually until 2030.
Topics:businessenvironment#carbon-emissions#climate-goals#electric-grid#environment#greenhouse-gas#transportation
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