Americas > California’s April power emissions rise to 2016 levels as hydro continues to lag

California’s April power emissions rise to 2016 levels as hydro continues to lag

Published 16:36 on June 8, 2021  /  Last updated at 16:36 on June 8, 2021  / Dan McGraw /  Americas, Canada, US

California power sector emissions rose for the fourth consecutive month in April amid an uptick in electricity demand as consumer behaviour shifts back to pre-pandemic levels, according to California Independent System Operator (CAISO) data released this week.
California power sector emissions rose for the fourth consecutive month in April amid an uptick in electricity demand as consumer behaviour shifts back to pre-pandemic levels, according to California Independent System Operator (CAISO) data released this week.


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