Greenhouse Gas Emissions in the U.S. Electricity Sector: Background, Policies, and Projections.

The article offers information about greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the U.S. electricity sector. It discusses historical emissions trends, reduction pledges, and the sources of GHG emissions in the country. It highlights the role of the electricity generation portfolio in emissions levels and explores policies aimed at addressing emissions in the sector, including federal initiatives such as the Clean Power Plan and state and local policies.