Why more US cities are choosing renewables and energy storage now
December 04, 2025
Renewables and energy storage are helping to modernize electrical grids and enhance reliability for US communities
In 2025, utility-scale battery storage is projected to add a record 18.2 GW of capacity to the US grid. Some states are blazing the trail, like California, which has seen battery storage surge by more than 3,000% since 2020.
The rapid expansion of renewables in multiple cities and states is transforming how we think about grid reliability across the US. With rising energy demands, shifting consumption patterns, extreme weather events, and aging infrastructure, utilities and grid operators face mounting challenges to keep power flowing.
Grid modernization projects and energy storage solutions are emerging as essential solutions. Our Power Delivery teams can share knowledge and insights into why these efforts matter and what cities and states need to know:
- Modernizing the electrical grid to provide reliability
- Why battery storage solutions are gaining traction
- Scalability and planning considerations
Bryan Schurko, Peter Kendrigan, and Mike Voll bring deep industry expertise and can offer valuable perspectives on the future of our energy infrastructure.