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Drought effects on hydroelectricity generation in western U.S. differed by region in 2021

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Electric Power Monthly In 2021, a historic drought that affected much of the western United States led to reduced water supply and, as a result, lower hydropower…

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Renewables will account for most global generation increases, but coal use remains high

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, International Energy Outlook 2021 (IEO2021) Reference case In the Reference case of our International Energy Outlook 2021 (IEO2021), where we assume current laws and regulations continue into the future, we…

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California’s hydroelectric generation affected by historic drought

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, based on U.S. Drought Monitor Drought conditions have affected California’s water supply levels and hydropower plants. Most of the western United States is experiencing intense and historic…

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