U.S. clean power adds record 50 GW in 2025, capturing 90% of new grid capacity
The American Clean Power Association reports a record-breaking year for utility-scale solar and storage, though a 27% drop in power purchase agreements flashes a warning light for the 2028-2030 outlook.
U.S. Q3 energy storage deployment grows 31% year-over-year
Over 5.3 GW of energy storage was deployed in Q3 2025, said a report from Wood Mackenzie and the American Clean Power Association.
Grid-scale energy storage could cut energy bills in Central U.S. by $7 billion
The Southwest Power Pool is expected to have the largest increase in peak demand among grid regions in the United States. Energy storage can help serve this demand cost effectively, said Aurora Energy Research.
Key takeaways from CleanPower 2025
Over 8,000 people convened in Phoenix, Arizona at the annual utility-scale clean energy event held by the American Clean Power Association (ACP).
With cuts at stake, solar installers raise their voices
Local installers and their customers can access advocacy groups to tell the stories of the benefits of solar including how it cuts energy costs and builds resilience while also providing jobs and driving profit.
A call for better compensation for energy storage in wholesale markets
Improving compensation for energy storage can improve grid reliability and save customers money, says a clean power trade group.
U.S. energy storage installations grow 33% year-over-year
Storage deployment grew across all segments and is forecast to grow another 25% in 2025, according to Wood Mackenzie.
Growing electricity demand creates urgent need for policy action, energy strategy
A report by American Clean Power Association calls for improved energy efficiency, an all-of-the-above strategy and rapid policy reform that will address interconnection and permitting delays.
Nearly 50 GW of new renewable capacity installed in 2024 ‘shatters records’
A report from American Clean Power Association says the U.S. saw “a remarkable 33% increase over the previous record of 37 GW set in 2023.”
Illinois lawmakers propose 15 GW energy storage target by 2035
The bills would direct the Illinois Power Agency to procure the same amount of energy storage as required in California, which uses twice as much electricity as Illinois.
