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SEIA produces variety of research and supporting resources for the solar industry, ranging from full reports to short factsheets.
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The Energy Storage Market Outlook (ESMO) is a quarterly publication produced by the Solar Energy Industries Association and Benchmark Mineral Intelligence. ESMO draws on Benchmark’s proprietary grid and behind the meter data on…
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Key findings Introduction US solar capacity additions will remain steady from 2026 through 2031 Structural and policy challenges keep additions flat, even as safe-harbored pipelines drive a near-term utility-scale surge The July 2026…
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The Solar Energy Industries Association® (SEIA) is leading the transformation to a clean energy economy. SEIA works with its 1,200 member companies and other strategic partners to fight for policies that create jobs in every community and shape fair market rules that promote competition and the growth of reliable, low-cost solar power. Founded in 1974, SEIA is the national trade association for the solar and solar + storage industries, building a comprehensive vision for the Solar+ Decade through research, education and advocacy.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. energy storage industry installed 9.7 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of new capacity in the first quarter of 2026, the strongest first quarter in the sector’s history. According to the U.S….
50 Million Homes
In the first quarter 2026, the United States surpassed 6 million solar installations, just two short years after it reached 5 million installations. In the second quarter, American solar set a new capacity record: enough power for 50 million homes. For Americans looking to save on their utility bills and ensure resilient access to power during a grid outage, solar and storage are the go-to solutions. Keep reading to find out more.
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