Solar generates more energy than coal in US for 1st time: Report

In May 2026, U.S. solar generation surpassed coal for the first time, supplying 12.8% of electricity compared to coal’s 12.2%, according to Ember. A record 45.5 terawatt-hours of solar energy was generated, while coal output dropped 11% from 2025. This growth continues despite the Trump administration’s efforts to slow renewable energy and bolster coal with federal funds. Driven by surging demand from AI data centers, solar and storage commanded 91% of all new capacity built in the first quarter.
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