Big changes are happening in how the US gets its electricity! Lots of old power plants are closing down. This is mostly because they burn coal, which is not good for the environment. These changes will affect how much energy we use.
- Many coal-burning power plants are retiring (closing).
- This is part of a big shift towards cleaner energy sources.
- Some older natural gas and oil plants are also closing.
- The increased demand for power is also driven by Cryptocurrency and AI which need massive amounts of energy.
| Fact | Number |
|---|---|
| Coal power plants retiring in 2025 (gigawatts) | 8.1 |
| Total power plant retirements in 2025 (gigawatts) | 12.3 |
| Predicted US power use in 2025 (billion kWh) | 4179 |
