30 Jan 2021
Andrew Pickens
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President-elect Joe Biden has outlined a nationwide goal for the United States to produce 100% carbon-free electricity by 2035 and reach net-zero emission by mid-century. Doing so would move the country from its current 40% renewable energy mix to a completely decarbonized electricity sector. The administration will have to balance expected plant retirements in the…
29 Aug 2020
Andrew Pickens
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Since taking office, the Trump administration has set-off on an extensive effort to deregulate and weaken climate and environmental protection, while promoting fossil fuels. This includes vehicle fuel efficiency standards, the Clean Power Plan, methane leaks, and an overlying effort to undermine scientific rule making. U.S. greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are up since 2017 and…