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Renewables Surge to 25% of U.S. Electricity by 2025

2/26/2026

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Story summary

In 2025, renewable energy surpassed 25% of U.S. electricity generation, up from 8.6% in 2007.
Coal's share fell from 49% to 16.4%.
Electricity generation rose 3% to 4,527,969 GWh, driven by AI data centers and electric vehicles.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration policies do not halt renewables growth.
Experts say funding losses slow renewables growth.

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Story summary

In 2025, renewable energy surpassed 25% of U.S. electricity generation, up from 8.6% in 2007.
Coal's share fell from 49% to 16.4%.
Electricity generation rose 3% to 4,527,969 GWh, driven by AI data centers and electric vehicles.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration policies do not halt renewables growth.
Experts say funding losses slow renewables growth.