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“A major milestone has been reached in America’s energy transition as solar power generated more electricity than coal for the first time in U.S. history.” 🚨🚨🚨

According to new data released by energy think tank Ember, solar energy accounted for 12.8% of total U.S. electricity generation in May, surpassing coal’s 12.2% share. The achievement marks the highest monthly contribution ever recorded for solar energy and highlights the rapidly changing landscape of America’s power grid.

The historic crossover comes at a time when the Trump administration has announced plans to invest nearly $700 million to revive the coal industry. Despite those efforts, coal’s role in the nation’s energy mix continues to decline. Once America’s dominant source of electricity from 1984 through 2010, coal has seen its market share fall dramatically, with May representing one of its lowest monthly contributions on record.

Meanwhile, solar energy continues its remarkable growth trajectory. Rising electricity demand, driven by expanding data centers, artificial intelligence infrastructure, and increased electrification across the economy, has fueled investment in renewable energy sources. Solar has now become the third-largest source of electricity generation in the United States, trailing only natural gas and nuclear power.

Industry data also points to continued momentum. The Solar Energy Industries Association reported that the United States added 7.8 gigawatts of new solar capacity during the first quarter of 2026 alone, bringing the total number of solar installations nationwide to more than 6 million.

The milestone underscores a broader trend in the U.S. energy market: renewable energy is becoming an increasingly important component of the nation’s power supply. As utilities, businesses, and consumers continue investing in clean energy solutions, solar’s role is expected to expand further in the years ahead.

While debates over America’s energy future continue, May’s data serves as a historic reminder that solar power is no longer just an emerging technology—it is now a major force in powering the U.S. economy.