U.S. Utility-Scale Wind Energy Expansion 2026

under construction

The project involves the expansion of utility-scale wind energy capacity in the United States, including onshore and offshore wind farms. The U.S. had about 159.5 GW of utility-scale wind capacity in service by January 2026, with plans to add 11.8 GW of wind capacity in 2026. The expansion focuses on states like New Mexico, Texas, Illinois, and Wyoming, with offshore wind concentrated on the East Coast. The project faces challenges from federal policy changes, tax credit deadlines, and transmission infrastructure needs.