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3 articles from Energy practitioners
Renewables surpass coal, oil, and gas as the largest source of new global energy supply in 2025
Ember data shows renewables led global energy supply growth in 2025, with solar up 30% and clean power meeting all new electricity demand.
Solar surpasses coal globally as US installations keep climbing in 2026
Solar power has crossed a milestone, outgenerating coal worldwide in H1 2026, even as US policy shifts toward fossil fuels.
Solar outshines coal in US power generation milestone
In May, solar energy surpassed coal in US electricity generation, marking a historic shift as solar supplied 12.8% of the nation's power. Despite federal policies favoring coal, solar has remained the fastest-growing energy source, reflecting shifting market dynamics and investor preferences.