The U.S. Transmission & Distribution (T&D) market is the largest globally, representing 18.5% of the global T&D market and powering everything from urban centers to rural communities. Growth is driven by aging grid infrastructure, rising electricity demand, and the integration of renewable energy, prompting record investments in grid modernization.
Around 70% of U.S. transmission and distribution assets are more than 25 years old, increasing the need for upgrades. Transmission expansion is focused on increasing capacity and improving reliability through advanced technologies such as long-span overhead lines and superconducting cables. At the distribution level, medium-voltage lines (11 kV–33 kV) are seeing strong adoption, supported by urbanization, industrial growth, and renewable projects.
Electricity demand in the U.S. rose by 3% in the past year, driven by electrification, AI-powered data centers, and expanding domestic manufacturing. Data center power demand alone is expected to grow from 33 GW to 176 GW within the next decade, making grid expansion and workforce development critical priorities.
Download our U.S. Transmission & Distribution Market Infographic (PDF) for a visual overview of key trends, investments, and demand drivers.