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Solar electricity generation growth

Annual percentage growth in electricity generation from solar energy.

Unit Percent Industry Electricity and Gas Utilities

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2
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1
Period
2026–2027
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1
Verification 2 verified data points Updated 15 Sep 2026 Last verified 15 Sep 2026 Next update Sources typically refresh annually

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Solar electricity generation growth

United States, 2026 to 2027

2 observations · 2026 to 2027

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Solar electricity generation growthSolar electricity generation growth. 2 observations from 2026 to 2027, ranging from 18% to 21%, of which 2 are forecasts. Latest value 18% (2027). % 0 5 10 15 20 25 2026 2027 FORECAST 18%
Solar electricity generation growthSolar electricity generation growth. 2 observations from 2026 to 2027, ranging from 18% to 21%, of which 2 are forecasts. Latest value 18% (2027). % 0 10 20 30 2026 2027 FORECAST 18%
Solar electricity generation growthSolar electricity generation growth. 2 observations from 2026 to 2027, ranging from 18% to 21%, of which 2 are forecasts. Latest value 18% (2027). % 0 10 20 30 2026 2027 FORECAST 18%
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Solar electricity generation growth
Period Type Value
2026 Forecast 21%
2027 Forecast 18%
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Period Value Source Type
United States 2 records
2027 18% EIA · 31 Dec 2027 forecast
2026 21% EIA · 31 Dec 2026 forecast

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Short-Term Energy Outlook EIA — 2

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