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Around 40% of U.S. electricity is generated using natural gas, making it the leading source of power generation in the country.
Natural gas accounts for roughly 40% of electricity generation in the United States, making it the largest single source of power. This shift toward natural gas has been driven by its affordability, efficiency, and lower carbon emissions compared to coal and oil. Natural gas-fired power plants are highly flexible and able to ramp up quickly to meet demand, which is especially valuable as renewable energy sources like wind and solar are integrated into the grid. This increasing reliance on natural gas has helped reduce U.S. carbon emissions while supporting the transition to cleaner energy sources in the power sector.