Solar generates more energy in US than coal for first time
In May, solar power generated more electricity in the United States than coal for the first time. Data from Ember, the Solar Energy Industries Association, and Wood Mackenzie indicate that solar continues to grow while coal usage declines, despite federal policies favoring coal.
theguardian.com
3 min
6/11/2026
Solar generates more energy in US than coal for first time
In May, solar power generated more electricity in the United States than coal for the first time. Data from Ember, the Solar Energy Industries Association, and Wood Mackenzie indicate that solar continues to grow while coal usage declines, despite federal policies favoring coal.
theguardian.com
3 min
6/11/2026
Solar generates more energy in US than coal for first time
In May, solar power generated more electricity in the United States than coal for the first time. Data from Ember, the Solar Energy Industries Association, and Wood Mackenzie indicate that solar continues to grow while coal usage declines, despite federal policies favoring coal.
theguardian.com
3 min
6/11/2026
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