Wind and Solar Overtake Coal Power for 1st Time in U.S.

Wind and Solar Overtake Coal Power for First Time in U.S.
The two renewable energy sources accounted for 17% of the country’s power mix while coal fell to a low of 15%. Natural gas remains by far the largest source of electricity, accounting for 43%.
Solar and wind energy generation have grown over the last decade
Solar is the fastest-growing source of electricity in the U.S. with growth occurring in all 50 states over the last 10 years.
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Harnessing the Sun's Infinite Energy Solar power is a remarkable leap in harnessing renewable energy. It captures sunlight through photovoltaic (PV) panels or concentrated solar power (CSP) systems, transforming it into electricity.
Solar and wind beat coal in the US for the first time
In a first for the US, wind and solar produced more electricity than coal last year, according to a new report from energy think tank Ember. Coal fell to a historic low, generating 15 percent of the country’s electricity compared to 17 percent from solar and wind combined.
Wind and solar generated more electricity than coal last year
Wind and solar power generated more electricity than coal last year for the first time in the United States amid growing energy demand. In 2024, wind and solar accounted for 17% of total electricity generation,
In a historic first, wind and solar combined overtake coal in the US
In the US in 2024, wind and solar accounted for 17% of total electricity generation, surpassing coal, which fell to a record low of 15%.
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