Solar is crushing gas growth worldwide, a new report finds

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By Michelle LewisJun 8, 2026, 7:01 pm129 ptsTrending
Natural gas is losing its grip on the global power mix as countries increasingly turn to cheaper, more secure renewable energy, according to a new report from climate and energy think tank Ember. Ember’s analysis found that 61 out of 124 economies that generate electricity from gas have already passed peak…

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