Solar Dominates New US Power Plants Added This Year, Batteries Follow

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Utility-scale solar has emerged as the clear leader among new power plants that came online in the United States this year. Battery storage secured the second spot in the rankings of newly commissioned facilities. Fossil fuel-based power generation lagged significantly behind renewables in new capacity additions. The data reflects a broader shift in the US energy mix toward cleaner power sources. This trend underscores accelerating momentum in renewable energy infrastructure deployment across the country.

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