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Renewables Lead U.S. Generation Capacity Growth in 2026
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Fusion42 · 27 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Renewable energy sources in the U.S. grew by over 43 GW (10%) in the first eight months of 2026, led by utility-scale and small-scale solar. Renewables are projected to generate over 40% of U.S. electricity by 2027, potentially surpassing natural gas, while coal-fired generation declined by 8%.
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Renewable energy generation is overtaking fossil fuels faster than expected, signalling a shift in where to focus your energy tech efforts. Battery and solar developers in the U.S. now face a wider market but also more competition as coal falls out and gas struggles to keep pace.
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