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In 2023, natural gas was the leading source of electricity generation in the United States, accounting for approximately 43% of the total utility-scale electricity production. This was followed by nuclear energy, which contributed about 18%, and renewable sources, which together provided around 21%. ξciteξturn0search1ξξ
The dominance of natural gas in electricity generation is primarily due to its efficiency and lower emissions compared to coal. However, renewable energy sources, particularly wind and solar, are experiencing significant growth. Wind energy contributed about 10% of the total electricity generation in 2023, while hydropower accounted for approximately 6%. ξciteξturn0search1ξξ
This transition towards renewable energy aligns with global efforts to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. Despite this progress, fossil fuels, especially natural gas, remain the predominant sources of electricity in the U.S.ξ
The dominance of natural gas in electricity generation is primarily due to its efficiency and lower emissions compared to coal. However, renewable energy sources, particularly wind and solar, are experiencing significant growth. Wind energy contributed about 10% of the total electricity generation in 2023, while hydropower accounted for approximately 6%. ξciteξturn0search1ξξ
This transition towards renewable energy aligns with global efforts to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. Despite this progress, fossil fuels, especially natural gas, remain the predominant sources of electricity in the U.S.ξ