Solar Surpassed Coal in U.S. Power Mix for First Time in May 2026
In May 2026 solar supplied 12.8% of U.S. electricity, edging out coal's 12.2% – the first month coal fell behind. The shift underscores the rapid pace of the clean‑energy transition and threatens coal‑dependent utilities, investors, and policy agendas. Expect tighter regulations on coal and continued growth in solar investments.