Chart: Solar, batteries to lead US power plant construction in 2025

Julian Spector | Source: Canary Media | Posted 03/03/2025

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The country is set to build a record 63 gigawatts of new power this year as demand surges — and almost all of it will be carbon-free.

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The U.S. is poised for a significant increase in power plant construction in 2025, with an expected 63 gigawatts of new capacity, primarily driven by clean energy sources. According to the federal Energy Information Administration (EIA), 93% of this new capacity will come from non-fossil fuel sources, continuing a trend from previous years where carbon-free energy dominated new installations. Utility-scale solar is anticipated to be the largest contributor, accounting for over half of the new capacity, followed by batteries at 29% and wind at 12%.

Despite natural gas still leading in overall electricity generation, its share of new construction has dwindled to just 7%. The EIA forecasts a 3% decline in gas-fired generation this year, while solar generation is expected to rise by over one-third. This shift towards renewable energy is crucial for supporting the growing demand from data centers and AI projects, highlighting the importance of solar and battery technologies in meeting the energy needs of an evolving economy.

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