Summary
A recent report by WalletHub ranked U.S. cities based on their pollution levels, highlighting those with the highest and lowest greenhouse gas emissions per person. The study aimed to assess the environmental friendliness of large U.S. cities. San Jose, California, was identified as the most environmentally friendly city.
Key Facts
- WalletHub's report lists Tulsa, Houston, Denver, Baton Rouge, and Corpus Christi as having the highest greenhouse gas emissions per capita.
- Anaheim, Oakland, Honolulu, Buffalo, and Riverside had the lowest greenhouse gas emissions per capita.
- The study compared 100 large U.S. cities using 28 indicators like greenhouse emissions and green jobs.
- San Jose, California, was found to be the "greenest" city due to factors such as high solar panel installations and renewable energy use.
- The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) notes that air pollution increases health risks, especially for children and older adults.
- WalletHub's report considers carbon dioxide equivalence to measure greenhouse gas emissions.
- The "Greenest Cities in America" report is released annually, with different ranks each year.
- Sustainable practices and infrastructure in cities can improve air and water quality.
