US solar growth slows to 22% in first seven months of 2026
US solar generation rose 48 TWh year over year in the first seven months of 2026, up from 39 TWh a year earlier, slowing growth to 22%. Electricity demand grew just 2%, while wind and solar together covered 21% of demand and met the entire increase.
- Solar added 48 TWh in seven months of 2026 vs 39 TWh a year earlier
- Solar growth rate fell to 22% from over 30% in prior quarters
- US electricity demand rose 2% year over year
- Wind and solar cover 21% of demand; carbon-free sources reach 45%
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