In May 2026, California generated over 50% of its electricity from solar power, setting a new world record. Contributing factors included the implementation of new batteries for solar electricity storage and lower electricity demand during the month.
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California Achieves Record Solar Electricity Production in May
California set a world record in May 2026 by producing more than half of its electricity from solar energy. This achievement was aided by new battery technology for energy storage and reduced demand for electricity.
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