Renewable Energy Surpasses Coal in US Electricity Generation

Wind and solar energy sources in the US generated more electricity than coal during the first four months of 2023, according to the US Energy Information Administration. Solar power grew by 10.24% compared to the same period in 2022, driven by small-scale solar PV, which accounted for nearly a third of total solar production. Wind energy increased by 1.97% and together with solar, provided 17.91% of the US's electrical output. Including biomass, geothermal, and hydropower, renewable energy sources accounted for 25.73% of US electrical generation. Coal saw a significant decline of -28.4%, while nuclear power remained unchanged. A survey by Pew Research Center showed that 67% of US adults prioritize the development of renewable energy.