POWER Magazine•about 1 month ago
Report: U.S. Adds 11.7 GW of New Solar Capacity in Q3
Key Takeaway
The U.S. solar market is experiencing unprecedented growth, creating significant opportunities for developers and expanding renewable energy options for large power consumers.
AI Summary
- •The U.S. solar industry installed a substantial 11.7 GW of new capacity in Q3 2025, marking the third-largest quarterly gain on record.
- •Total solar installations for 2025 have now exceeded 30 GW, indicating a robust and accelerating market for solar development.
- •This sustained high volume of solar deployment signals continued strong market demand and favorable conditions for developers, while expanding renewable energy procurement options for large power consumers like datacenters.
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Article Content
The U.S. solar power industry installed 11.7 GW of new generation in the third quarter of this year, according to a report from Wood Mackenzie and the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). It's the third-largest quarterly gain on record, and moves total solar installations in 2025 above the 30-GW level. The post Report: U.S. Adds 11.7 GW of New Solar Capacity in Q3 appeared first on POWER Magazine .