Renewable Energy in Texas
While Texas is known for its oil and gas industry, it is also a leader in renewable energy. When it comes to wind power, the Lone Star State leads the nation, and its solar industry is on the rise, too.
The state’s warm climate and wide-open spaces serve as a backdrop for large wind turbines and solar panels, but there are also sources of geothermal energy, biomass and biofuels, as well as hydroelectricity from places such as 20+ power-producing dams.
Altogether, this led to Texas generating more energy from renewable sources than from coal in 2019.
Green forms of energy are, of course, better for the planet, and they are also better for overall health, as they cut down on air pollution. On a similar note, traditional power plants use a vast amount of water when operating, and saving H20 is always a good thing, especially in a dry state like Texas.
A final benefit of sustainable energy is that it creates more jobs, helping to boost the economy. Around 150,000 hard-working Texans are employed in this industry.
Despite these promising statistics, Texas still gets the majority of its energy from gas—47.3% in 2020, as stated by the Dallas Observer.
Hopefully, more people will continue to turn to renewable energy sources and to take steps that help protect the earth, including when it comes to legislation and regulation.
From wind and solar to water and beyond, we are excited for what is next for Texas.
