U.S. Energy’s Gas Turbine Boom: What’s Driving the Stampede?
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U.S. Energy’s Gas Turbine Boom: What’s Driving the Stampede?

The U.S. energy sector is undergoing a seismic shift. Demand for gas turbines is surging, fueled by the explosive growth of AI and hyperscale data centres. In response, industry giants like Mitsubishi Power, GE Vernova, and Siemens Energy are scaling up production by as much as 35%.

Why now?

  • Data centre energy needs could hit 580 TWh/year by 2028.
  • AI acceleration is making 2025 a landmark year for turbine orders.
  • Natural gas is being positioned as the bridge to a low-carbon future.

But there’s a catch. The supply chain is under pressure, from generator shortages to skilled labor gaps. EPC firms are racing to deliver modular, fast-deployable solutions. Meanwhile, tech giants like Google and Microsoft face rising emissions, challenging their net-zero goals.

What's next?

Two decarbonization paths are emerging:

  1. Fuel switching to hydrogen or biogas.
  2. Retrofitting with carbon capture systems

And that’s just the beginning.

From SMRs and clean hydrogen investments to mobile turbine units and EPC partnerships, the full story reveals how the sector is adapting to meet demand while staying on track for climate goals.

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Nathan Haynes

Technology Leader | Engineering Expertise & MBA Insight | Doctor of Engineering (D.Eng) Candidate | PE Candidate | Preparing for the Patent Bar

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Great snapshot of what’s happening. We’re watching the industry try to meet an unprecedented surge in demand while still laying the groundwork for hydrogen, carbon capture, and other low-carbon solutions. How fast those pieces come together will decide if this “bridge” strategy really works.

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