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Shortages in natural gas and oil, lead to the creation of the U.S. Department of Energy to focus on U.S. energy consumption.
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The U.S. House of Representatives prevents drilling for oil in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
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The worst coal ash spill in U.S. history, releasing 1.3 million cubic meters of harmful ash.
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How much energy does the U.S. use?The act invests billions of dollars towards grants and fundings of renewable energy sources in the U.S.
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This 3.4 billion dollar investment is to make the U.S. energy system stronger and more efficient. This is the largest energy grid update in U.S. history.
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BP causes the largest oil spill in U.S. history in the coast of Louisiana. Thousands of animals were affected by the spillage and 11 crew members died.
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The U.S. starts the world's largest concentrated solar power plant, Ivanpah. This plant produces enough energy to power 94k average American homes.
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Global investors decide to reduce fossil fuel use in large cities like New York City and Seattle.
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Barack Obama announces his Clean Power Plan. His plan will put restrictions on carbon dioxide emmisions. This will reduce coal usage and encourage alternative energy sources.
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Built in New Hampshire, the farm consisted of 20 turbines. Unfortunately, the project failed after a few years of opporation.
