Solar Power Generation Drives Electricity Generation Growth Over The Next Two Years - CleanTechnica

The U.S. electric power sector's electricity generation is projected to grow from about 4,260 billion kilowatthours (BkWh) in 2025 to 4,423 BkWh in 2027, representing a 3.9% increase over two years. While natural gas, coal, and nuclear power—three main dispatchable sources—accounted for 75% of generation in 2025, their combined share is expected to decline to around 72% by 2027. In contrast, renewable sources, particularly solar and wind power, are forecasted to increase their share from 18% to 21% during the same period. Utility-scale solar power is the fastest-growing source, with generation rising from 290 BkWh in 2025 to 424 BkWh in 2027, driven by nearly 70 gigawatts of new solar capacity coming online, a 49% increase over 2025 levels. Wind generation growth