Renewable Energy Outpaces Coal in US for First Time in History
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Renewable power generation surpassed coal in the US in 2022, with wind being the dominant source of clean electricity. Natural gas remains the top power source, but renewables have a firm foothold in the US energy mix. California leads in solar power generation, while Texas dominates in wind, coal, and natural gas. The trend towards renewables is expected to continue, with the Biden administration promoting renewable electricity and coal use projected to shrink further.
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