U.S. Energy Sector Booms in Q2 2025 With Record Deployments
The energy sector is booming in the U.S. with record-breaking deployments and innovative projects. In Q2 2025, total energy deployments across all segments hit an unprecedented 5.6 GW/17.8 GWh. Meanwhile, distributed energy resources like residential and commercial batteries are being networked into virtual power plants, offering swift and cost-effective deployment compared to traditional utility-scale generators.
One notable project is the 100 MW/400 MWh White Tank battery storage facility in Arizona. It was initially acquired by GridStor from Strata Clean Energy, with plans to commission it in early 2027. However, the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) later acquired the project, aiming to commission it in spring 2027.
Arizona, along with California and Texas, accounted for 75% of utility-scale capacity installed during Q2 2025. This growth is driven by factors such as Arizona's rapid population increase and significant manufacturing projects in the pipeline, creating strong demand for energy storage near me and storage units near me.
Emerging ownership and financing models are expected to support the continued growth of residential solar and extra space storage over the next few years. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act's favorable treatment for third-party owned solar and storage systems could further boost the residential market through 2027.
2025 is poised to be a banner year for energy storage, with utility-scale deployments reaching a record 4.9 GW/15 GWh in Q2 alone, a 63% year-over-year increase. However, growth is expected to slow in 2026 due to unfavorable federal policy changes and global trade uncertainties. Despite this, the energy storage sector remains resilient, with WoodMac and ACP predicting installations to reach 19 GW/52.5 GWh in 2025.
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