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'The Texas solar secret': Elon Musk claims one state can power US with just the Sun

Produced by: Mohsin Shaikh

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Solar Destiny

Elon Musk declares that all future energy will be solar, calling it an “inevitable outcome” when seen through the lens of cosmic-scale energy use.

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Math Check

A single square mile of solar panels in Texas can power thousands. Musk says it’s “easy math”—yet no one seems to do it.

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Type I Goals

Harnessing solar energy globally marks the first step toward becoming a Type I civilization on the Kardashev Scale, Musk argues.

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Texas Could Power It All

According to Musk, a corner of Texas or New Mexico could power the entire U.S.—with sun alone and current tech.

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Simple, Ignored

Despite its simplicity, the math behind solar scalability is overlooked. Musk calls it “blindingly obvious,” yet unacted upon.

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Solar Orbit

Starlink satellites run entirely on solar, showing Musk’s vision already orbiting Earth—literally powered by the Sun.

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Panel Precision

Musk’s estimates factor in sunlight hours, panel efficiency, and spacing—yielding 3 GWh of solar energy per square mile daily.

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Not Just Climate

Musk isn’t just pushing solar for the planet—he sees it as essential for human evolution and civilization advancement.

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Tesla’s Solar Stack

Tesla’s solar roofs, Powerwalls, and solar farms show this isn’t a dream—it’s an unfolding energy revolution.