Facts about U.S. Energy and Environment

Energy & Environment

Released May 23, 2013

Billion-dollar weather disasters in the U.S. have tripled since the 1980s. 2011 broke records, with 14 separate events.

Released April 25, 2013

93 percent of U.S. planes, trains and motor vehicles remain dependent on oil. The resulting CO2 emissions are second only to China.

Released April 24, 2013

In 2010, two-thirds of American children lived in counties where air pollution exceeded federal standards.

Released April 23, 2013

America consumes more water per person than any other country. Worldwide consumption is up, too, prompting concerns for the future.

Released April 22, 2013

Globally, temperatures have risen over the past century, with July 2012 taking the spot as the hottest month on record in the U.S.

Released March 19, 2013

U.S. traffic congestion resulted in cars spewing an extra 56 billion pounds of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere in 2012.

Released Jan. 8, 2013

The federal government credits the Clean Air Act with significant decreases in air pollutants – and measurable health benefits for Americans.

Energy & Environment