In a year of climate extremes, clean energy rises to the occasion

The Hill
by Caitlin Peale Sloan, opinion contributor
March 24, 2026
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Wind and solar energy sources are gaining market share despite fossil fuel industry opposition and amid climate extremes.

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Wind and solar energy sources are gaining market share despite opposition from the fossil fuel industry. The expansion comes amid a year marked by significant climate-related weather events that have underscored demand for alternative power sources. Clean energy's growth signals a shift in how the U.S. power grid is being supplied, with renewable sources increasingly competing with traditional coal and natural gas facilities. The momentum reflects both regulatory support for renewable energy and falling costs that have made wind and solar economically competitive with conventional power generation. The trend could reshape energy infrastructure investments and employment patterns across the country in coming years.

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