California Will Stop Using Coal as a Power Source Next Month
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- California will stop using coal as a power source next month.
- The state will no longer receive electricity from the Intermountain Power Plant in Utah.
- Coal's share in U.S. electricity dropped from nearly 50% in 2007 to 16.2% in 2023.
- California's reliance on coal was just 2.2% in 2024, mostly from the Intermountain plant.
- Improved power storage technology has prevented shortages during the transition.
- California is exploring cleaner technologies like hydrogen for future energy needs.
- Debates include the efficiency and environmental impact of hydrogen production methods.
- Nuclear power is discussed as an alternative, with arguments about its cost and safety.
- Concerns about land use for renewable energy sources are deemed negligible compared to other land uses like golf courses.
- California's move is part of a broader shift towards renewable energy, despite challenges like data center power demands.