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Renewables Beat Gas, Court Blocks Trump Energy Halt

4/28/2026

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  • Renewable electricity outpaced gas for a full month in March 2026, the first occurrence.
  • Massachusetts federal court blocked the U.S. President Donald Trump administration’s effort to halt solar and wind projects on land.
  • In 2026, 93% of new electricity capacity will be solar, wind or batteries, versus 7% fossil-fuel.
  • Polls show over two-thirds of Republican voters favor solar power, but only 40% approve President Donald Trump’s handling of energy costs.