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U.S. small-scale solar adds 1.6 GW in Q2 2026
Original: U.S. small-scale solar adds 1.6 GW in Q2 2026 as fossil fuel capacity surges
U.S. small-scale solar capacity grew by 1.6 GW in the second quarter of 2026, even as new fossil fuel capacity also surged over the same period. The figures point to continued steady growth in rooftop and distributed solar alongside a notable rebound in gas- and coal-fired generation additions, keeping the energy transition debate in focus.
Why now: New quarterly capacity data shows renewables and fossil fuels expanding at the same time, sparking debate over the pace of the U.S. energy transition.
United Statessmall-scale solarpv magazine USA
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