U.S. Solar Installations Hit New Record in Early 2024

U.S. solar installations have reached a new milestone, according to a recent report by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). The first quarter of 2024 saw the installation of nearly 12 billion watts of new solar capacity, marking a quarterly record for the industry. This surge in solar panel installations accounted for 75 percent of the electricity generation capacity added to the U.S. power grid during this period.

U.S. solar installations are hitting a new record. Tammy Trujillo has that story.

The SEIA report highlights a significant growth trend in renewable energy adoption across the. . .