America Builds Power: The State of Clean Energy Manufacturing
US clean energy manufacturing adds $18 billion to GDP annually and supports 122,000 jobs across all 50 states
Domestic energy manufacturing is powering America’s economic prosperity, with the clean power sector contributing $18 billion to U.S. GDP annually and supporting 122,000 American manufacturing jobs across the country. This homegrown manufacturing success story spans all 50 states, with 800+ facilities strengthening our energy independence and revitalizing local communities.
ACP’s report on American clean energy manufacturing finds that the sector’s impact extends far beyond factory walls—these facilities spur $33 billion in domestic spending annually and create family-supporting jobs that pay an average of $42,000 more than the typical American worker’s salary. With 73% of active facilities located in Republican states, this manufacturing renaissance is bringing economic opportunity to communities across the nation.
With 200 more manufacturing facilities in development representing over $150 billion in American investment, domestic energy producers are positioning the U.S. to meet growing power demands while creating generational opportunities for American workers and strengthening our national security.
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- Full Report: Download the complete report at the button above.
- Press Release: Read the press release for more.
- One-Pager: Download the one-pager for the report highlights.
Report Highlights
- American-Made Energy: Over 800 manufacturing plants currently contribute to the U.S. clean energy supply chain, with at least one in every state.
- Jobs Engine: Clean power manufacturing supports 122,000 jobs today and is projected to support over 575,000 American jobs by 2030.
- Economic Powerhouse: Currently contributing $18 billion annually to GDP, with projections showing $86 billion annual contribution by 2030.
- Higher Wages: Manufacturing workers earn on average $42,000 more than the typical American worker.
- Regional Growth: Manufacturing boom creating opportunities across the Southeast, Midwest, and states like Texas.
- Future-Ready: With America’s power needs projected to grow 35-50% by 2040, domestic manufacturing positions us for energy security and competitiveness.
The Path Forward
For American energy manufacturers to continue creating jobs and strengthening our economy, we need policy certainty. The report outlines concrete steps to maintain momentum:
- Preserving successful energy tax credits that drive private investment
- Creating a stable and strategic trade environment
- Facilitating a true all-of-the-above energy strategy
- Streamlining permitting to benefit American manufacturers and their customers
- Ensuring critical minerals policy leverages demand from domestic energy manufacturers
This roadmap ensures American workers and communities will continue benefiting from a manufacturing renaissance that strengthens our energy security and economic prosperity for generations to come.
