USA renewable energy capacity set for record 45 GW growth

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The United States renewable energy sector is experiencing a significant boom despite efforts from the Trump administration to limit energy transition. US renewable energy capacity is projected to increase by a record 45 GW this year, a 25% increase over the previous record set in 2024.

Analysts suggest this growth is driven by rising global energy prices, increasing electricity demand from data centers, and developers seeking to utilize expiring tax credits. S&P Global Energy predicts that in 2026, new solar and wind capacities will grow by nearly one-third and almost 50%, respectively.

While the White House has emphasized record-high oil and gas production under the current administration, the renewable sector continues to expand. This trend follows the policies of the previous Biden administration, even as the current administration has blocked specific large-scale projects, such as the Esmeralda 7 solar project in Nevada.

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Donald Trump · Financial Times · Joe Biden · Poland · Polskie Sieci Elektroenergetyczne · PwC Polska · S&P Global Energy · United States

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[● 2 SOURCES] The total capacity of the Polish data center sector was approximately 250 MW in 2025. crn.pl
[○ 1 SOURCE] New solar and wind power capacities are expected to grow by nearly one-third and 50% respectively in 2026. energetyka24.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Polskie Sieci Elektroenergetyczne (PSE) plans to build 5,000 km of new 400 kV lines and 30 new substations between 2027 and 2036.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Polish data center capacity is projected to exceed 550 MW by 2031.
[○ 1 SOURCE] US renewable energy capacity is projected to grow by a record 45 GW this year. energetyka24.com