Solar and wind beat coal in the US

Solar and wind beat coal in the US for the first time
In a first for the US, wind and solar produced more electricity than coal last year, according to a new report from energy think tank Ember. Coal fell to a historic low, generating 15 percent of the country’s electricity compared to 17 percent from solar and wind combined.
Wind and Solar Overtake Coal Power for First Time in U.S.
The two renewable energy sources accounted for 17% of the country’s power mix while coal fell to a low of 15%. Natural gas remains by far the largest source of electricity, accounting for 43%.
Senate committee advances bill to promote coal and gas power over wind and solar
The Senate Energy Committee gave its blessing on Thursday to a bill aimed at incentivizing utility companies to invest in coal, natural gas and nuclear assets over wind and solar. The committee also advanced a pro-coal resolution intending to create a West Virginia Coal Renaissance Act.
Wind and solar generated more electricity than coal last year
Wind and solar power generated more electricity than coal last year for the first time in the United States amid growing energy demand. In 2024, wind and solar accounted for 17% of total electricity generation,
Wind And Solar Crush Coal’s Place As Energy Providers
According to energy research firm Ember’s US Electricity 2025 – Special Report, “The US clean electricity transition continued as wind and solar genera
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