by Robert Wilkinson
From the US Environmental Protection Agency, an interesting webpage that can help us here in the US know where our energy is coming from, and what proportion of it is filthy coal, disastrous nuclear, somewhat cleaner natural gas, or renewable sources. All it takes is entering your zip code, and you'll be shown where your power is coming from, for good or ill. check it out!
As it says on the webpage, this "Power Profiler" will determine your power grid region based on your ZIP code and electric utility, compare the fuel mix and air emissions rates of the electricity in your region to the national average, and determine the air emissions impacts of electricity use in your home or business.
There's even a "Green Power Locator" where you can see who's doing what out there in the way of wind, solar, etc., and information on what you can do to make a positive difference.
How clean is the electricity I use? - Power Profiler
Copyright © 2009 Robert Wilkinson
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