California is making massive strides in clean energy, proving that a sustainable future isn’t just possible, it’s happening right now.

This year, the state has achieved an incredible milestone: running on 100% clean electricity for part of the day on more than 9 out of 10 days. According to data from the California Energy Commission, clean energy has already powered the equivalent of 51.9 days in 2025, representing nearly 30% of the year so far.

Governor Gavin Newsom has been a driving force behind this transformation, emphasizing that California, the fourth-largest economy globally, is rapidly transitioning to renewable energy. The state has added over 25,000 megawatts of new clean energy resources in the past five years, which is roughly equivalent to half of its peak electricity demand in 2022.

Particular highlights include a record-breaking 7,000 megawatts of clean energy capacity added in 2024 alone, marking the largest single-year increase in state history. Battery storage has also seen phenomenal growth, expanding by an astonishing 1,944% since the start of Newsom’s administration.

This clean energy surge isn’t just about environmental responsibility, it’s a strategic economic move. By investing in renewable infrastructure, California is creating jobs, reducing carbon emissions, and positioning itself as a global leader in sustainable technology.

The momentum is clear: clean energy isn’t the future; it’s the present. And California is leading the charge, showing the world that transitioning away from fossil fuels is not only possible but increasingly practical and economically sound.

As political debates continue around climate policy, California continues to demonstrate that action speaks louder than rhetoric, one clean energy day at a time.