In the United States, electricity is generated in many different ways, with a wide variation in environmental impact. Electricity generation from the combustion of fossil fuels contributes toward unhealthy air quality, acid rain, and global climate change.

Many electricity customers can choose their provider of electricity or can purchase green powerfrom their utility. In fact, you might now have the option of choosing cleaner, more environmentally friendly sources of energy.

Enter your 5-digit zip code to determine how clean the generation of your electricty is.

Results for my area in MA:

• Non-Hydro Renewables = 6%
• Hydro = 5%
• Nuclear = 28% (ouch!)
• Oil = 9%
• Gas = 37%
• Coal = 15%

My area's emission rate is below the national average in: Nitrogen Oxide,  Sulfur Dioxide & Carbon Dioxide

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