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Read. Follow. Verify.Senate Hearing: The Electricity Sector in a Changing Climate
Record date · January 1, 2020
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What This Bill Does
The Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources held a hearing on March 5, 2019, to examine how climate change is influencing the electricity sector. The discussion focused on the shift in energy sources, the impact of new technologies, and the necessity of maintaining a reliable and resilient power grid.
This hearing informs federal energy policy by exploring how changing environmental conditions and shifts toward renewable energy sources affect the reliability and cost of electricity for all U.S. residents.
Who It Affects
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Electricity Consumers
Changes in grid reliability and energy sources directly impact the cost and availability of power for homes and businesses.
Energy Producers
Shifts in federal energy policy and climate-related regulations influence the operational requirements and investment strategies for energy companies.
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on March 5, 2019, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building.
- The committee examined the impact of climate change on electricity sector decision-making.
- The U.S. energy mix has shifted significantly over the last decade due to the shale revolution and the low cost of natural gas.
- Federal and state policies have contributed to the increased adoption of low or zero-emission energy technologies.
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- The committee identified grid reliability and resiliency as primary priorities for future energy policy.
- The hearing included testimony from five expert witnesses representing energy companies, research institutions, and tribal health organizations.
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Energy Mix Transition
The hearing explicitly acknowledges a decade-long shift in the U.S. energy mix driven by natural gas and policy-supported renewables.
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