Today, the United States’ electricity mix is primarily generated by climate-change causing, air-polluting fossil fuels. More than 60% of the nation’s total generation comes from natural gas, coal, and petroleum. Recent headlines have celebrated the fact that renewable energy generation–at 21.5%– finally surpassed coal (19.5%) for the first time in 2022. However, there is still… Read more »
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Emissions & Equity: How a carbon tax on Indiana household emissions will impact households at different income levels.
Indiana is a state built on fossil fuels. This statement is supported by the presence of fifteen coal-fired plants found throughout the state. While these power plants are essential to provide energy for major population centers throughout the state, they are also major polluters, emitting millions of pounds of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and… Read more »