Energy transition in the U.S. - the path to net-zero electricity by 2035
A Statista DossierPlus on the progress and challenges of decarbonizing the U.S. power grid
The United States is among the largest greenhouse gas emitters in the world. As part of its goals of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050, the U.S. has committed to the interim target of decarbonizing its power sector by 2035.
This DossierPlus provides a deep insight into the progress and challenges of decarbonizing the U.S. power grid by 2035. It explains the contribution of the power sector to national greenhouse gas emissions and the outlook based on existing policies. The report includes an analysis of the historical and planned development of different electricity generation sources, including renewables, fossil fuels, and nuclear. It also provides insights into the main setbacks the sector might face, from underdeveloped transmission infrastructure to insufficient governmental and legislative support.
