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Record Year for Solar Power: The U.S. is on track for a record year in 2025 with solar power expected to dominate new electric generation capacity, contributing over 50% of the planned 64 GW.
Significant Growth in Texas: Texas has become the leading state for solar development, accounting for nearly 27% of new solar capacity added this year and surpassing California as the largest solar market.
Battery Storage Expansion: In addition to solar, battery storage is also experiencing rapid growth, with 5.9 GW coming online in the first half of 2025 and an expected additional 7 GW by year-end.
Modest Plant Retirements: Only 2 GW of capacity was retired in the first half of the year, with some scheduled retirements being delayed or canceled, particularly among coal and oil plants.
