In the summer of 2026, Texas grid operator ERCOT recorded a record peak demand of 91.1 GW on July 22. Despite high temperatures in August, the grid maintained stability without conservation requests, supported by increased solar, wind, and battery storage capacity.
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 37 percent employment growth for solar photovoltaic installers between 2025 and 2035, with a median annual salary of $53,140. Solar power generation is currently ranked among the top industries for career growth.
Enyo Energy received approval from the Weld County board of commissioners for a renewable energy project in the Chalk Bluffs region of Colorado. The 3-2 vote authorizes the installation of 79 wind turbines and 2200 acres of solar panels across 25,000 acres.
The planned facility is expected to generate 805 megawatts of power. Enyo Energy reports that 97 percent of the land is secured through agreements with local owners, while the remaining 3 percent is approved by municipal, state, and federal agencies.
