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California grid hits 56% renewable demand milestone
Original: California grid reaches 56% renewable demand and nearly one-fifth of hours on clean energy
California's power grid has reached a point where renewables meet 56% of demand, and clean energy sources cover nearly one-fifth of all hours of operation. The figures mark a significant step in the state's transition away from fossil fuels, underscoring progress toward its ambitious clean-energy targets and drawing attention as a model for other large grids pursuing decarbonisation.
Why now: The state is showing measurable progress on its clean-energy transition, a closely watched benchmark for grid decarbonisation.
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- California grid reaches 56% renewable demand and nearly one-fifth of hours on clean energy · Energies Media
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