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In a historic milestone, solar module energy surpassed all other sources and contributed to more than 50% of the newly added electricity capacity to the grid. Additionally, close to 800,000 households across America embraced solar power by installing either a standalone solar system or a solar system combined with energy storage. This remarkable achievement signifies the growing adoption and recognition of solar energy as a reliable and sustainable solution for powering homes and businesses.

Although federal clean energy policies have been instrumental in fostering this expansion, the remarkable progress in America’s preferred energy source in 2023 is largely attributed to the efforts at the state level, often overlooked. Presently,  states along with Puerto Rico have achieved a minimum of 1 gigawatt (GW) of installed solar capacity, a significant increase from only 14 states five years ago. This surge in solar power adoption is yielding extensive advantages for communities across the country, including the creation of numerous job opportunities, reduced household electricity expenses, enhanced grid resilience, and overall economic upliftment at the local level.

In honor of this significant year, SEIA is showcasing the top five solar states of 2023, each establishing itself as a frontrunner in the national landscape of America’s energy sector.