NEW YORK – In April, the U.S. power system is poised to achieve a new milestone in its energy transition, with clean electricity sources potentially surpassing 51% of total utility-scale electricity generation. This follows a record-setting March, when clean energy accounted for 51% of power output, driven by increasing solar and wind production and a seasonal drop in electricity demand.
Clean Energy Growth in U.S.: April 2025 may become the second straight month where clean power surpasses 51% of U.S. electricity generation, with solar output rising and wind levels steadying, reinforcing a shift away from fossil fuels.
April typically marks the lowest electricity consumption month due to moderate temperatures, allowing utilities to reduce fossil fuel use while maximizing renewable output. Despite a 7% decline in wind power production in early April compared to 2024—largely due to weaker wind speeds in key areas like Texas—expected gains in solar generation from high-capacity regions such as Texas, California, Arizona, and Nevada should offset this deficit.
Solar production benefits from longer daylight hours and increased capacity. Even with moderate wind generation, the overall trend is expected to boost clean power’s share in the energy mix, continuing the 2025 momentum toward a greener U.S. energy grid. This transition underscores the expanding role of renewables in meeting the nation’s electricity needs.
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