Coal Rebound Pushes U.S. Emissions Higher in 2025
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U.S. greenhouse gas emissions rose 2.4% in 2025, driven by a coal-power rebound as electricity demand climbed (notably from AI data centers) and colder weather boosting heating use; coal burn rose about 13% from 2024, while solar surged 34% and wind grew modestly. Transportation emissions remained flat thanks to hybrid and electric vehicles, though Trump-era policy changes could slow future declines. Methane leaks per barrel fell about 62% since 2015, but EPA rules have been delayed. Emissions are ~18% below 2005 levels and far from Biden’s 2030 target, with Rhodium Group forecasting slower declines ahead due to policy shifts.
Topics:business#climate-policy#coal-power#data-centers#electricity-demand#emissions-2025#environment
- U.S. Emissions Jumped in 2025 as Coal Power Rebounded The New York Times
- Preliminary US Greenhouse Gas Emissions Estimates for 2025 Rhodium Group
- US carbon pollution rose in 2025 in reversal of previous years’ reductions The Guardian
- Cold and data centres drive up US greenhouse gas emissions BBC
- Power, building sectors drive rise in US greenhouse gas emissions, report says Reuters
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