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Florida has grown dangerously over-reliant on a single energy source, natural gas. In fact, natural gas makes up 75% of the energy we use to power our schools, homes, businesses and cars.
In 2018, US exports of coal, natural gas, crude oil and petroleum products exceeded imports, achieving a degree of energy independence for the first time in decades. [7] [8] [9] In the second half of 2019, the US was the world's top producer of oil and gas. [10] This energy surplus ended in 2020. [11] [12]
The IEA estimates the energy sector (oil, natural gas, coal and bioenergy) to be responsible for about 40% of human methane emissions. [126] According to the IPCC Sixth Assessment Report, natural gas consumption grew by 15% between 2015 and 2019, compared to a 5% increase in oil and oil product consumption. [127]
The main goal was to develop a natural gas infrastructure in the United States. [14] Fritts also stated that "natural gas demand is expected to grow 50 percent between 2003 until 2020; utilities must raise substantial capital to build 255,000 miles of natural gas distribution pipe to meet that demand." [14]
National Clean Energy Week, Sept. 25-29, is a good time to reflect on the growing potential clean energy has to help strengthen communities throughout Florida and across the country.
No energy source has gained more from recent technology advancements and environmental regulations than natural gas. While coal plants are being shut down by the hundreds, natural gas plants are ...
Florida ranks forty-fifth in total energy consumption per capita, despite the heavy reliance on air conditioners and pool pumps. This includes coal, natural gas, petroleum, and retail electricity sales. [33] It is estimated that approximately 4 percent of energy in the state is generated through renewable resources. [34]
Florida ranks second out of all 50 states for natural gas used in electric power generation. With each passing day, the state renews its commitment to the commodity as companies like NextEra ...