What's New with Solar in the United States?

Solar energy continues to lead U.S. power generation growth, with projections indicating that solar and battery storage will comprise 81% of new capacity additions in 2025, totaling approximately 63 gigawatts.
In the first two months of 2025, solar and wind accounted for 98% of new U.S. electricity capacity, with solar representing nearly 75% of that growth.
The U.S. power system achieved a milestone in March, with clean energy sources generating 51% of all utility-scale electricity, marking the first time renewables surpassed the halfway point.
Texas is leading the nation in solar expansion, with 11.6 GW of new installations expected in 2025, followed by California with 2.9 GW, and significant contributions from Indiana, Arizona, Michigan, Florida, and New York.
Despite a 60-day suspension of renewable energy permits on federal lands earlier this year, the U.S. has resumed permitting for solar and storage projects, though challenges remain due to staffing shortages and tax credit uncertainties.
In Houston, the first Tesla-powered residential community has launched, featuring homes equipped with solar roof tiles, Powerwall batteries, and EV chargers, highlighting a growing trend toward sustainable housing solutions.
Houston also unveiled plans for the “Arch of Time,” a $20 million solar-powered sculpture that will function as the world’s largest freestanding sundial, generating more electricity than the park’s annual consumption.

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