
America's Clean Energy Boom: Solar and Wind to More Than Double by 2035!
Despite political headwinds, the United States is on track for extraordinary renewable energy growth, with solar and wind capacity expected to soar from 414.5 GW to over 1 terawatt by 2035. This remarkable expansion is driven by cost-effectiveness and strong state-level support, marking a bright future for clean energy.
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The future of American energy is looking brilliantly sunny and breezy! According to an exciting new forecast from London-based analysis firm GlobalData, the United States is poised for remarkable growth in renewable energy over the next decade, with solar and wind power leading an inspiring clean energy revolution.
The numbers tell an uplifting story: America's renewable energy capacity is projected to leap from 414.5 gigawatts in 2024 to an impressive 1.06 terawatts by 2035. That's more than doubling our clean energy infrastructure in just over a decade!
Solar power is emerging as a true champion in this transformation. The forecast shows solar capacity growing from just 96.3 gigawatts in 2020 to a stunning 737.8 gigawatts by 2035. This incredible expansion means solar installations will increase nearly eight-fold in fifteen years, bringing clean, affordable electricity to millions more homes and businesses across the nation.
Wind power is also showing tremendous promise, with onshore capacity expected to grow from 122.3 gigawatts in 2020 to 269 gigawatts by 2035. Combined, solar and wind are projected to exceed 700 gigawatts by 2030, representing a massive milestone in America's transition to sustainable energy.
What's particularly encouraging is the consistency of this growth. Solar installations are expected to add between 41 and 48 gigawatts annually through 2030, demonstrating steady, reliable progress year after year. This isn't a flash-in-the-pan trendโit's a fundamental transformation of how America powers itself.

The driving forces behind this clean energy boom are equally heartening. Economics plays a starring role: solar and wind power have become remarkably cost-competitive, often providing the cheapest electricity available. Coupled with increasingly affordable battery storage solutions, these technologies are winning in the marketplace on their own merits.
State-level policies continue to nurture this growth, with forward-thinking leaders across the country recognizing the economic and environmental benefits of renewable energy. Additionally, the expansion of data centers is creating new demand for clean power, as tech companies increasingly commit to sustainable operations.
Even traditional energy sources are shifting toward cleaner alternatives. Coal power capacity continues its steady decline as aging plants retire, making way for modern, efficient renewable installations. Natural gas is expected to grow only modestly, indicating that renewables are capturing the lion's share of new energy demand.
This remarkable forecast demonstrates that market forces and technological innovation are creating an unstoppable momentum toward clean energy. Communities across America will benefit from cleaner air, stable energy prices, and thousands of well-paying jobs in the growing renewable sector.
The journey toward a cleaner energy future isn't always smooth, but the destination is clear and achievable. With solar and wind power poised to dominate new installations for years to come, America is writing an inspiring chapter in its energy storyโone that future generations will celebrate.
The clean energy revolution is here, it's growing, and it's bringing hope and opportunity to every corner of the nation!
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Based on reporting by CleanTechnica
This story was written by BrightWire based on verified news reports.
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