America''s Electricity Generating Capacity
Wind, nuclear, solar, and hydro together account for more than one-third of capacity. Solar continues to be the main fuel type for new additions, with over 30,000 MW of solar energy added in 2024, nearly
Wind, nuclear, solar, and hydro together account for more than one-third of capacity. Solar continues to be the main fuel type for new additions, with over 30,000 MW of solar energy added in 2024, nearly
We track and aggregate live outage data from utility providers nationwide, offering a comprehensive view of current power disruptions and affected areas. Use our interactive outage map or browse the
There are over 1,400 major energy storage projects currently in the database, representing more than 116,300 MWh of capacity. The list shows that there are more than 195 GWdc of major solar projects
Energy Information Administration - EIA - Official Energy Statistics from the U.S. Government
U.S. developers report half of new electric generating capacity will come from solar May 28, 2025
With the ability to deliver electricity around-the-clock, solar can now support 24/7 clean energy contracts (PPAs) for industries which require continuous power, not just daytime supply.
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