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Solar power hits new milestones in the US even as Trump boosts coal over clean energy

Solar power surpassed coal for U.S. electricity generation in May, accounting for 12.8% compared to coal's 12.2%.
Ember, SEIA, and Wood Mackenzie credit solar growth to ongoing demand and a shift away from coal in the power mix.
Experts expect more months where solar exceeds coal before surpassing it on an annual basis.
Wind and solar together have previously overtaken coal during periods of higher wind, contributing to the shift.
The data derive from Ember and SEIA-Wood Mackenzie analyses, illustrating solar’s role in a growing renewables mix.
The report notes solar energy as a leading form of new power capacity in early 2026.
Trump’s energy stance is cited as pressuring clean energy, while solar continues to grow despite policy shifts.
Global renewables are projected to become the largest global energy source by 2030.
The report highlights that solar’s rise is a health and environmental benefit noted by Environment America.
The article notes solar’s growth occurred even as some policies slowed clean energy permitting and development.

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