Utility-scale solar outproduced gas plants on 82% of all days from January through May, with batteries helping to extend solar’s reach into the evening…
California solar surged ahead of gas in the first 5 months of 2026
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Utility-scale solar outproduced gas plants on 82% of all days from January through May, with batteries helping to extend solar’s reach into the evening hours.
California solar is crushing natural gas this year
Solar Generation in CAISO Surpassed Natural Gas in the First 5 Months of 2026 - CleanTechnica
California gas generation down 60% from 2024 as solar, imports surge
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California solar generated more electricity than natural gas on 82% of days in 2026 as battery storage surged.
Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. In the first five months of 2026, utility-scale solar…
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