Staying cool in your home during the hottest months of summer depends heavily on the production and reliable delivery of energy. With the electricity grid facing increased stress from frequent severe weather events and rising electricity demand, clean energy has become a fundamental pillar in ensuring grid reliability.
According to the American Clean Power Association, the clean energy industry is powering more of the United States every day and contributes more to the economy than any other source of energy. Currently, nearly one fifth of all energy in the U.S. is provided by clean power.
The environmental benefits of existing utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage systems in the U.S. are substantial. These clean energy projects on the grid are responsible for avoiding 426 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually, equivalent to the emissions produced by 50 billion gallons of gasoline.
As the world becomes increasingly prone to extreme weather, clean energy remains sustainable by not utilizing precious water resources for cooling, unlike conventional power plants. These projects conserve an estimated 211 billion gallons of water each year across the country, which is enough to fill 319,000 Olympic-sized swimming pools.
On June 6th, Jason Grumet, Chief Executive Officer of the American Clean Power Association, conducted a nationwide media tour to discuss several important topics:
· The role clean energy will play in powering the U.S. during the summer.
· Local data on how individual states rank in clean energy creation and their share of electricity.
· The impact of clean energy on the air quality.
· The national security implications of using clean energy.
As the summer months approach, the significance of clean energy in maintaining a stable and reliable electricity grid cannot be overstated. Its contributions not only reduce carbon emissions but also ensure the conservation of vital water resources, making it a crucial element in the fight against climate change and in securing a sustainable future.
