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Solar generation in the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) has taken the lead over natural gas in the first five months of 2026. This shift is a result of significant changes in solar and natural gas generation. Solar electricity generation in CAISO increased by 21% compared to the same period in 2024, while natural gas generation decreased by 60% over the same timeframe. The data from the Hourly Electric Grid Monitor suggests that solar power is becoming a more prominent source of electricity in CAISO, surpassing natural gas in the first five months of 2026.

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