Last year, the United States generated three times more energy from wind and solar resources than in 2012, showing the rapid growth clean energy has experienced over the last decade, reports The Hill.
“When states prioritize building clean energy, their residents see lower energy bills, a more resilient electric grid, and healthier communities, which inspires neighbors — and our whole nation — to pick up the pace,” Sonia Aggarwal, special assistant to the president for climate policy and innovation, said in a statement.