For the first year on record, wind and solar produced more electricity than coal in the U.S.

In 2024, wind and solar energy sources generated more electricity than coal in the United States for the first time on record, marking a significant milestone in the nation's energy transition away from fossil fuels. This achievement reflects the continued growth and declining costs of renewable energy technologies over the past decade. The development demonstrates accelerating momentum toward decarbonizing the U.S. electrical grid.

Source: Elon Musk (X) | 2026-05-27