Which state produces the most renewable energy?

Texas produced the most renewable energy: 203 million megawatt-hours of electricity from renewable sources over the 12 months from August 2025 through July 2026.

Which state gets the highest percentage of its power from renewables?

Iowa gets 59.7% of its power from renewable energy sources, the highest percentage of any state.

Which states have set 100% clean energy goals?

The following states have set 100% renewable or clean energy goals:HawaiiIllinoisMaineRhode IslandVermontSeveral other states have set goals for 100% carbon-free electricity or a 100% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

Does hydroelectric power count as renewable energy?

Hydroelectric power is a renewable energy source, but there's no consensus on whether it's sustainable. The U.S. Energy Information Administration categorizes hydroelectric separately from other renewable energy sources.

What is the most common source of renewable energy in the U.S.?

Wind energy is the most common source of renewable energy in the U.S. It accounts for 55% of the country's renewable energy production.

Renewable Energy Production and Use by State in 2026

Renewable energy is gaining traction across the United States, but not all states are on board.

By Lyle Daly – Updated Oct 6, 2026 at 6:35 PM EST | Fact-checked by Frank Bass

Key Points

U.S. renewable energy production grew 11% year-over-year in early 2026.
Wind and solar contribute 93% to U.S. renewable energy, with Texas and California leading.
24 states have set their own goals for 100% clean energy despite federal uncertainties.

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Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2026).
RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE	TOTAL POWER PRODUCED (THOUSAND MEGAWATT HOURS)
Wood and wood-derived fuels	3,187
Solar	1,581
Other biomass	18

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE	TOTAL POWER PRODUCED (THOUSAND MEGAWATT HOURS)
Wind	98
Other biomass	43

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE	TOTAL POWER PRODUCED (THOUSAND MEGAWATT HOURS)
Solar	17,675
Wind	3,361
Wood and wood-derived fuel	120

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE	TOTAL POWER PRODUCED (THOUSAND MEGAWATT HOURS)
Solar	5,400
Wood and wood-derived fuel	801
Wind	435
Other biomass	8

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE	TOTAL POWER PRODUCED (THOUSAND MEGAWATT HOURS)
Solar	56,929
Wind	16,045
Geothermal	10,597
Wood and wood-derived fuel	2,204
Other biomass	2,155

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE	TOTAL POWER PRODUCED (THOUSAND MEGAWATT HOURS)
Wind	17,818
Solar	6,696
Other biomass	72

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE	TOTAL POWER PRODUCED (THOUSAND MEGAWATT HOURS)
Solar	853
Other biomass	338
Wood and wood-derived fuel	202
Wind	11

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE	TOTAL POWER PRODUCED (THOUSAND MEGAWATT HOURS)
Solar	216
Other biomass	24
Wind	1

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE	TOTAL POWER PRODUCED (THOUSAND MEGAWATT HOURS)
Solar	26,990
Other biomass	1,670
Wood and wood-derived fuel	1,546

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE	TOTAL POWER PRODUCED (THOUSAND MEGAWATT HOURS)
Solar	11,324
Wood and wood-derived fuel	4,112
Other biomass	279

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE	TOTAL POWER PRODUCED (THOUSAND MEGAWATT HOURS)
Solar	948
Wind	538
Geothermal	257
Other biomass	157

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE	TOTAL POWER PRODUCED (THOUSAND MEGAWATT HOURS)
Wind	3,117
Solar	1,816
Wood and wood-derived fuel	394
Other biomass	97
Geothermal	47

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE	TOTAL POWER PRODUCED (THOUSAND MEGAWATT HOURS)
Wind	26,016
Solar	8,814
Other biomass	247

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE	TOTAL POWER PRODUCED (THOUSAND MEGAWATT HOURS)
Wind	10,919
Solar	8,946
Other biomass	170

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE	TOTAL POWER PRODUCED (THOUSAND MEGAWATT HOURS)
Wind	43,358
Solar	1,344
Other biomass	189

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