The company has pledged to slash its greenhouse-gas emissions 85% by 2030.
Xcel and other utilities in Colorado are striving to meet their own goals and keep in line with those set by state lawmakers. The Colorado General Assembly’s plan is to cut heat-trapping emissions statewide 26% by 2025; 50% by 2030; and 90% by 2050, compared to a 2005 baseline.was 33% wind; 32% coal; 29% natural gas; and 5% solar. Xcel expects to be at more than 80% renewables by 2030.
Critics of coal in general and Comanche 3 in particular said in recent Colorado Public Utilities Commission hearings that the plants should be shut down sooner. Critics contend that as more people install solar to take advantage of declining costs, customers who remain on Xcel’s system will end up paying a bigger share of the overall expense.
The company is focused on reducing methane emissions across its system, Kenney said. Methane, the main component of natural gas, is a more potent greenhouse gas in the short term than carbon dioxide.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Report: Robert Sarver Plans to Keep La Liga Team OwnershipSuns and Mercury owner Robert Sarver reportedly plans to keep his ownership stake in Spanish soccer club Mallorca. Sarver purchased the team with longtime friend and business partner Andy Kohlberg for $23 million in 2016
Read more »
Tom Brady attends Robert Kraft’s wedding solo amid Gisele Bündchen dramaThe quarterback and the Patriots owner formed a close bond as Brady led New England to win six Super Bowls throughout his 20 years on the team.
Read more »
Former Chief Robert Luna promises to restore public trust, reform Sheriff's DepartmentFormer Long Beach Police Chief Robert Luna takes in the views of the city he knows well.
Read more »
Robert Kraft marries Dana Blumberg in star-studded surprise weddingPerformers included Kraft pals Elton John, Ed Sheeran, Jon Bon Jovi, Kenny Chesney and Meek Mill, and guests included Tom Brady and Roger Goodell.
Read more »