EIA: 99%+ of new US capacity in 2026 will be solar, wind + storage

Electrek
2026.01.28 21:33
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According to EIA data reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign, solar, wind, and batteries are projected to provide over 99% of new US generating capacity in 2026. In November 2025, utility-scale solar generation increased by 33.9% compared to the previous year, contributing 7.2% to US electrical output. Overall, solar generation (both utility-scale and small-scale) grew by 28.1% from January to November 2025, accounting for nearly 9% of total US electrical generation, up from 7.1% in 2024.