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Renewables to Power 37.4% of U.S. by 2028

3/23/2025

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By February 2028, renewable energy sources like solar and wind are set to power 37.4% of the U.S. utility-scale capacity. Even with setbacks from the Trump administration, these sources dominated new capacity in January 2025, making up over 98%. While investor confidence wavers, the sector's growth continues to thrive.

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Story summary

By February 2028, renewable energy sources like solar and wind are set to power 37.4% of the U.S. utility-scale capacity. Even with setbacks from the Trump administration, these sources dominated new capacity in January 2025, making up over 98%. While investor confidence wavers, the sector's growth continues to thrive.