Clean energy generation helped U.S. grid manage heat-wave demand surge

As extreme heat drove air-conditioning demand across much of the country, renewable generation and distributed resources averted potential rolling blackouts and system strain.

First covered Jul 10, 2026 · 10:06 AM PT · 1 article

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