US Emissions Reductions Lag Behind 2030 Climate Goals

Despite significant progress in clean energy, a new report indicates the US is not on track to meet its Paris Agreement targets.

The US aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50% by 2030 compared to 2005 levels.
Current projections estimate a reduction between 32% and 43% by 2030, falling short of the target.
Increased electricity demand from AI and data centers is a major obstacle to faster emissions cuts.
The Inflation Reduction Act and other policies have accelerated clean energy adoption but are insufficient alone.
Upcoming elections could significantly impact future climate policies and emissions trajectories.