Fossil fuels make a comeback in the US
In brief
- US fossil fuel infrastructure is growing at the fastest rate in a decade.
- Electricity demand is climbing rapidly, outpacing previous forecasts.
- Data centers and electric vehicles are major contributors to this surge.
A new report shows the US is expanding fossil fuel infrastructure at the fastest pace in a decade, while renewable energy growth stalls. Electricity demand is rising faster than at any point in over ten years, driven by data centers, factories, and electric vehicles.
What it changes for you
- EnergyEnergy sector stakeholders must reassess investments, shifting focus back toward fossil fuels at the expense of renewables.
- Public SectorGovernments need to adjust energy policies and infrastructure to meet the surging electricity demand.
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