Utility Dive•2 months ago
Solar and wind hit a record 17% of U.S. generation in 2025: EIA
- •EIA forecasts wind and solar to reach 17% of U.S. generation by 2025, growing to 19% with small-scale solar.
- •This rapid renewable penetration will likely increase wholesale price volatility and periods of low/negative prices, impacting PPA structures and load management for large consumers.
- •Developers and IPPs should anticipate continued strong demand for renewable projects, alongside increased focus on grid integration, transmission, and storage solutions to manage intermittency.
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