U.S. power markets are changing fast. In this episode, we break down the 2025 trends in electricity generation, from record solar growth and rising wind capacity to the stubborn dominance of coal declines. Then we look ahead to 2026 and beyond, where utilities are building new gas-fired power plants not just as baseload, but as flexible backup for a rapidly growing fleet of renewables. Along the way, we explore how this gas buildout can open doors for renewable natural gas (RNG), and what it will take for RNG to play a meaningful role in decarbonizing the power sector.