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What percentage of electricity comes from fossil fuels.
Here are 3 ways to find out where your electricity comes from
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Do you know where your energy comes from?
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Most people don't, even though residential energy use makes up a large chunk of greenhouse gas emissions in the US.
Energy regulation and infrastructure in the US is highly technical, which makes figuring out the mix of fuel that sends the electrons that power your home especially challenging.
Start with your utility.
If you can't find answers there, you may need to visit the websites of specialized agencies called regional transmission organizations or independent system operators that regulate the wholesale energy marketplace in your state.
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