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California's clean-energy grid powers through climate-driven extreme heat, meeting highest ...
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Fusion42 · 14 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
California's power grid managed its highest electricity demand in four years during extreme heat without emergency measures, supported by over 39,000 megawatts of new clean energy and more than 23,000 megawatts of battery storage. The state achieved 67% clean energy retail electricity sales by the end of 2024 and leads the U.S. in clean energy jobs, advancing grid reliability and economic growth simultaneously.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech.
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Your energy startup has a clear path to expand in California, where grid reliability and clean energy investments are proving scalable even under extreme heat. Scaling battery storage integration and solar solutions now directly addresses an urgent market with growing demand and political support.
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