FERC: Solar + wind made up 91% of new US power generating capacity in H1 2025

Electrek
By Michelle LewisSep 3, 2025, 4:21 pm336 ptsTop
Solar and wind accounted for 91% of new US electrical generating capacity added in the H1 2025, according to data just released by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which was reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign of data. In June, solar alone provided 82% of new capacity, making it the 22nd…

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