Americas > California power sector emissions hit 5-year high in July as more generation comes from gas

California power sector emissions hit 5-year high in July as more generation comes from gas

Published 17:01 on September 14, 2021  /  Last updated at 22:32 on September 14, 2021  / Dan McGraw /  Americas, Canada, US

California Independent System Operator’s (CAISO) July emissions set a five-year high amid rising power consumption after COVID-19 restrictions were removed, while the monthly CO2 output also soared to its largest level this year.
California Independent System Operator’s (CAISO) July emissions set a five-year high amid rising power consumption after COVID-19 restrictions were removed, while the monthly CO2 output also soared to its largest level this year.


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