How can we reduce air and water pollution from power plants and expand the use of cleaner energy sources?
Coal-fired power plants are the single largest source of some of the worst air pollutants, including sulfur dioxide, mercury and carbon dioxide — the main cause of global warming. Scientists have shown that power plant pollution is linked to asthma, neurological damage, developmental delays and premature death. The fastest, cleanest and cheapest way for America to reduce these dangerous pollutants is through energy efficiency — getting more productivity using less energy. Thanks to readily available technology for improving heating and cooling systems in buildings and increasing the efficiency of everyday appliances, America can make dramatic cuts in energy use without sacrificing comfort or profitability. We can also generate more electricity from clean resources such as wind, solar and biomass. Almost 20 states now have a renewable portfolio standard, a requirement that electricity providers include a percentage of clean energy resources in the electricity mix they deliver to their
