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Renewables Surge: Solar to Dominate U.S. Energy by 2029

8/25/2025

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Renewables Surging Ahead

In early 2025, solar and wind made up nearly 91% of new U.S. electrical capacity, with solar at 75.3%.
FERC predicts renewable energy capacity will surpass natural gas by 2029, with solar exceeding 300 GW by then.
Policies from the Trump administration may hinder renewable projects, risking higher energy prices and grid strain.
Recent suspensions of wind projects, like the Revolution Wind Project, could significantly reduce new renewable generation.

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Governors Challenge Decision

The Trump administration stopped the nearly finished Revolution Wind project, 80% complete, intended to power over 350,000 homes in Rhode Island and Connecticut.
Governors of both states plan to contest this decision, emphasizing its negative effect on climate objectives.
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management cited national security concerns without providing details.
Critics claim this decision favors fossil fuel interests and hinders renewable energy advancement.

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Historical Context

The Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act (PURPA) of 1978 mandated U.S. utilities to buy power from independent producers, significantly boosting renewable energy projects. Despite this progress, the recent suspension of the nearly completed Revolution Wind Project reflects ongoing political challenges that threaten the U.S. transition to sustainable energy, potentially impacting energy prices and grid stability.

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Renewables Surging Ahead

In early 2025, solar and wind made up nearly 91% of new U.S. electrical capacity, with solar at 75.3%.
FERC predicts renewable energy capacity will surpass natural gas by 2029, with solar exceeding 300 GW by then.
Policies from the Trump administration may hinder renewable projects, risking higher energy prices and grid strain.
Recent suspensions of wind projects, like the Revolution Wind Project, could significantly reduce new renewable generation.

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