New analysis: Texas continues dominance in wind and solar power generation
Ian Seamans | Source: EnvironmentTexas | Posted 10/24/2024
DALLAS – Texas ranks first in the nation for wind power generation, second for solar power generation, second in the nation for battery storage, and third in the nation for the number of electric vehicle registrations through 2023, according to the online Renewables on the Rise 2024 dashboard released on Wednesday by Environment Texas Research & Policy Center.
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According to the Renewables on the Rise 2024 dashboard released by Environment Texas Research & Policy Center, Texas leads in wind and solar power generation as well as battery storage and electric vehicle registrations. The state is set to receive $360 million from the federal government to interconnect the ERCOT grid with other states, potentially expanding access to clean energy. Texas has seen significant growth in renewable energy sources over the past decade, with wind and solar energy producing 31% of the state's electricity last year.
Texas' progress in clean energy is driven by supportive federal policies, advancing technologies, and falling prices. The state has experienced substantial increases in solar power generation, battery capacity, and electric vehicle registrations. The report also highlights the national growth of renewable energy technologies, with America producing over three times more renewable electricity from the sun and wind in 2023 compared to 2014. The dashboard showcases the growth of six key clean energy technologies in the United States, emphasizing the importance of policymakers supporting further clean energy adoption.
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