# Worldwide Solar Power Boom Offers Hope

> Solar power surge could shift global energy to clean sources faster than expected.
- Title: Worldwide Solar Power Boom Offers Hope · Jalopnik | Shortify
- Summary: Solar power surge could shift global energy to clean sources faster than expected. Global solar capacity reached 9 terawatts by 2036, with the US and Texas…
- Keywords: solar power, renewable energy, electric vehicles, united states, texas, renewable capacity, solar storage, fossil fuels, cars, culture, Worldwide, Solar
- Source: Jalopnik — https://jalopnik.com/2287047/worldwide-boom-in-solar-power-brings-hope
- Author: Nicholas Werner
- Published: 2026-10-14T20:18:36+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: solar power, renewable energy, electric vehicles, united states, texas, renewable capacity, solar storage, fossil fuels, cars, culture
## Solar Power Growth
Solar power capacity grew from 100 gigawatts in 2012 to 9 terawatts by 2036.
## US Solar Progress
Solar power made up 91% of new US grid capacity in Q1 2026 despite federal delays.
## Texas Solar Leadership
Texas generated 79% of its power from renewables in March 2026, surpassing California.
## Solar Cost Advantage
Solar farms are cheaper and faster to build than fossil fuel plants.
## EU Solar Adoption
The European Union generated 25% of its power from solar in June 2026.
## Solar Storage Breakthrough
China built enough solar storage to power California and Texas for one day.
## California Solar Success
California solar batteries discharged 13 gigawatts to power New York City on a hot day.
## Global Energy Shift
Solar power could replace fossil fuels by 2026, with global oil consumption peaking this year.
## Key takeaway

Global solar capacity reached 9 terawatts by 2036, with the US and Texas leading renewable adoption despite political challenges.