Electricity Generation

CO2 emissions from the US power sector increased by 4% last year due to higher electricity generation and coal use, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

Russia’s diesel export ban has disrupted global energy markets, causing shortages and price spikes in industrial fuel. The ban impacts countries even those not purchasing diesel from Russia, as diesel is the largest component of global oil consumption used across industries like machinery, agriculture, transport, and electricity.

Kerala's domestic power generation meets only 17% of its demand, leading to a 900 MW deficit. Despite a decade of growth in electricity generation capacity, the state remains heavily dependent on power sourced externally.

Venezuela has signed an agreement with General Electric Vernova to boost electricity generation. The deal aims to enhance power production in the country.

Solar power in the U.S. supplied more electricity than coal for the first time in May, reaching 12.8% of the nation’s electricity, while coal’s share dropped to 12.2%. Despite federal policies under President Trump favoring coal, solar and wind energy continue to grow, with renewables expected to surpass coal globally by 2030.

UK electricity generation from fossil fuels reached a record low of 2%, highlighting a significant shift toward renewable energy sources. The article references a coal-fired power station near Selby, UK, as part of the context.

For the first time in U.S. history, renewable energy sources generated more electricity than natural gas. This marks a significant shift in the country's energy production landscape, highlighting the growing role of renewables in meeting power demands.