Electricity demand from U.S. data centers could more than double by 2035. That’s like adding another California.
AI is driving a massive and unexpected surge in energy demand from data centers that could complicate the clean energy transition.
Energy efficiency
Let’s stop wasting so much of the energy we create, and figure out new ways to be efficient and to conserve. That will equal big savings for our climate, our health and even our wallets.
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Advocates urge action on appliance efficiency
Our 2024 priorities in the states
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Energy Department finalizes efficiency standards for tankless water heaters
Groups to Senate: Don’t roll back energy efficiency
Biden administration finalizes lightbulb efficiency rules
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How to save energy in your home this winter
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Buying LED bulbs: What to look for
Recording of Winter Weatherization webinar
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Looking ahead: protecting the climate, nature and consumers in 2024
A glance at PIRG's, Environment America's plans to serve the public interest in the new year
Governors pledge to install 20 million heat pumps by 2030
Citing environmental and consumer benefits, twenty-five governors join forces to quadruple the number of heat pumps by the end of the decade.
Updated 2023 mid-hurricane season resource guide: data, resources & interview opportunities
The Atlantic hurricane season lasts from June 1 through November 30. This resource guide can help members of the media cover it more thoroughly and accurately.
Governor Kotek signs major bill package to address climate change, invest in clean energy
The "Climate Resilience Package" was signed into law by Governor Kotek on Tuesday.
One step closer to more efficient water heaters
A federal rule to improve the energy efficiency of water heaters is moving forward.