U.S. utility-scale battery storage capacity reaches 52 GW on pace for continued expansion

The United States added 8.3 gigawatts of battery storage capacity in the first half of 2026, bringing total operational capacity to nearly 52 GW and maintaining a 70% annual growth rate over the past three years.

First covered Aug 7, 2026 · 7:00 AM PT · 2 articles

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50d CleanTechnica U.S. Battery Storage Capacity Averaged 70% Growth Over The Last Three Years — Utility-scale battery storage capacity in the United States increased significantly during the last three years, with an annual average growth rate of 70%.

50d EIA Today in Energy Battery storage capacity averaged 70% growth over the last three years — Utility-scale battery storage capacity in the United States increased significantly during the last three years, with an annual average growth rate of 70%.

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