"Clean Coal" is just a marketing slogan. In reality, even the most diligently scrubbed smokestacks release greenhouse gases, particulate matter, and nitrogen oxides that are toxic to humans and the rest of the planet.
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#California produces far more #SolarEnergy than any other state in the US. But because of outdated power grid and inadequate energy storage solutions, a lot of this energy is thrown out. So what can we do about it? https://t.co/zYnzGSjpXI
The revenues from coal mining and coal-burning power plants have been declining for yrs. In fact, #RenewableEnergy generation is now more profitable than #coal. Learn more: https://t.co/Yy5xYthmrT
#Iowa gets over 30% of its electricity from #wind energy. Yet more than half of the state's electricity still comes from polluting coal-fired power plants. As a result, Iowa is not using all the clean energy it could generate: https://t.co/ta5JbgmrDZ
Renewable Energy sector (mostly solar & wind) has seen huge growth in the past 20 yrs. Yet renewables still only contribute less than 10% to the global electricity supply. What can we do to maximize the full potential of #RenewableEnergy? https://t.co/yvKSumVOx4
#SanJoaquin is 1 of the most polluted regions in the US. Local emissions & #AirPollution from densely populated coastal areas gets trapped by the Sierra Mountains. This pollution leads to increases in diseases, hospitalizations, & costs for everyone: https://t.co/zZ1x6fSOrR
Technology, innovation, & progress has undoubtedly made human lives better. So why are we still using 19th century technology to power 21st century? https://t.co/cLHayJ5NON
We like clean things. Yet 60% of electricity in the US - & 80% worldwide - is generated from polluting sources like #coal, #gas, & #oil. What if we cared for the air we breathe the same way we care for our bodies & homes? https://t.co/k45ecvt3hA