Double digits: A new report from the US Energy Information Administration reveals a milestone for alternative energy sources.
For the first time, the nation as a whole drew 10% of its electricity from wind and solar farms in a single month, reports Climate Central. It happened in March, with wind accounting for 8% and solar 2%, notes Ars Technica.
Final numbers for April aren't out yet, but scientists are pretty sure the 10% mark was reached then, too. The percentage is expected to dip below 10% as summer arrives and people crank up their air conditioners, but in general, the figure will likely continue its gradual creep upward as states ramp up their goals on renewable energy. Last year, March hit 8.6%.
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