EIA: 99%+ of new US capacity in 2026 will be solar, wind + storage
Solar, wind, and batteries are set to supply virtually all net new US generating capacity in 2026, according to the latest EIA data.
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It produces solar panels for both commercial and industrial situations alongside residential rooftop solar. Electricity can then be stored in a BYD battery, such as the residential Battery-Box HVE. BYD Energy Storage and Saudi Electricity Company signed a deal in February 2025 for the world's largest grid-scale battery storage projects of 12.5 GWh.
Clean power sources reached 40.9% of global electricity generation in 2024, marking a significant milestone in the energy transition. However, the inherent intermittency of these sources—the sun doesn't always shine, and the wind doesn't always blow—creates a fundamental challenge that energy storage systems are uniquely positioned to solve.
Energy storage solutions also play a critical role in reducing dependency on fossil fuel-based backup power and mitigating strain on the grid during peak demand periods. Together, PV and ESS solutions create a more resilient, flexible and sustainable energy infrastructure.
Storage enables electricity systems to remain in balance despite variations in wind and solar availability, allowing for cost-effective deep decarbonization while maintaining reliability. The Future of Energy Storage report is an essential analysis of this key component in decarbonizing our energy infrastructure and combating climate change.
Solar, wind, and batteries are set to supply virtually all net new US generating capacity in 2026, according to the latest EIA data.
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