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United States: 39.5% low-carbon power

Low-carbon power ranking: 82

39.5% of the electricity in United States is generated from low-carbon energy sources. This is based on data compiled by {{ source }} for the year {{ YEARS.getYear() }}. The primary low-carbon power source is Nuclear. Average emissions from electricity in United States is 363 to 366.2 gCO2eq / kWh. This has been calculated using estimates from the Technology-specific Cost and Performance Parameters report from the IPCC.

Low-carbon power in United States compared to selected regions

Electrification of energy in United States

Power sources in United States

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