Electricity Generation From Fossil Fuels Declined in 2017 as Renewable Generation Rose - The Energy Collective

Electricity Generation From Fossil Fuels Declined in 2017 as Renewable Generation Rose - The Energy Collective: According to EIA’s Electric Power Monthly, total U.S. net electricity generation fell slightly (down 1.5%) in 2017, reflecting lower electricity demand. Natural gas and coal generation fell by 7.7% and 2.5% from 2016, respectively, as generation from several renewable fuels, particularly hydro, wind, and solar, increased from 2016 levels. Although natural gas continued to be most-used …