The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission released an update revealing that a pair of surprising energy sources are electrifying the U.S. grid. Over the first eight months of the year, renewables accounted for “88% of new capacity added,” as reported by Electrek.

Solar led every energy source in each month for the second consecutive year. All in all, solar and wind comprised 23.44% of the country’s utility-scale capacity.

The FERC expects renewable capacity, including utility-scale solar, to continue increasing even though the Trump administration has been bullish on fossil fuels in its quest to secure energy security. It has eliminated billions of dollars in grants for clean energy projects, though it has expressed support for nuclear, biofuels, and a few renewable sources, such as hydropower.

“Taken together, the new ‘high probability’ net capacity additions by all renewable energy sources over the next three years — i.e., the Trump administration’s remaining time in office — would total 113,708 megawatts,” Electrek explained. “On the other hand, the installed capacity of fossil fuels and nuclear power combined would shrink by 16,329 MW.”

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    5 days ago

    the Trump administration has been bullish on fossil fuels in its quest to secure energy security.

    We must stop those energy imports from the inner solar system! 50% tariff on sun exports!!! We need to become self-reliant on planet Earth!