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How did California's commercial solar market perform in Q2 2024?

The commercial solar segment set a second quarter record, growing by 27% compared to Q2 2024, and adding 585 MW dc of new capacity. Growth in California drove this increase – a healthy pipeline of NEM 2.0 installations continues to come online, making up 90% of commercial projects in the state.

Is solar energy booming in the United States?

Solar energy in the United States is booming. Along with our partners at Wood Mackenzie Power & Renewables, SEIA tracks trends and trajectories in the solar industry that demonstrate the diverse and sustained growth of solar across the country. Below you will find charts and information summarizing the state of solar in the U.S.

How big is corporate solar in 2024?

Through Q1 2024, the top corporate solar users in America have installed nearly 40 GW of solar capacity, along with over 1.8 GWh of battery storage. Other key takeaways: You can explore SEIA’s Solar Means Business report, view additional data and read market sentiment analysis of the corporate solar space.

What is the commercial solar market?

The commercial solar market, which consists of on-site solar installations for businesses, non-profits and governments, has historically been dominated by a handful of markets: California, Massachusetts, New Jersey and New York.

How many Americans work in solar energy in 2023?

Strong federal policies like the solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC), rapidly declining installation costs, and increasing demand for clean electricity across the private and public sector have driven this growth. The Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) has reported that 280,000 Americans work in solar, as of 2023.

How much solar power does the US have in 2025?

Solar accounted for 56% of all new electricity-generating capacity added to the US grid in the first half of 2025, with a total of 18 GW installed. Combined, solar and storage accounted for 82% of new capacity in the first half of the year. The US added 4.3 GW of solar module manufacturing capacity in Q2, bringing the total to 55.4 GW.