Last week, the Sitetracker team joined thousands of industry leaders in Phoenix for American Clean Power’s CLEANPOWER event—one of the most important gatherings shaping the future of renewable energy in the United States. From conversations on the expo floor to keynotes and breakout sessions, one thing was clear: clean energy is accelerating, but not without its challenges.
Permitting delays continue to stall progress.
Across solar, wind, and storage, permitting remains one of the biggest hurdles to timely project delivery. Developers shared ongoing frustrations with slow, complex, and inconsistent processes that often push timelines well beyond projections.
Policy uncertainty is reshaping investment strategies.
Shifting regulations and incentives at both the federal and state levels are causing some capital partners and offtakers to proceed with a bit more caution, requiring developers to stay agile and strategic.
Yet demand shows no signs of slowing.
Despite policy-driven headwinds, developers report no shortage of eager offtakers. Why? Demand, demand, demand. The rise of power-hungry data centers—especially those tied to AI—and broader electrification trends are driving an unprecedented appetite for clean, reliable energy.
All of the above is the path forward.
Bipartisan support is fueling growth in less traditional segments like geothermal and even nuclear. While we were at the show, Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) made headlines by submitting the country’s first permit application for a small modular nuclear reactor—providing a continued signal that an “all of the above” strategy is necessary to hit demand projections.
Safety is scaling with growth.
With more projects in flight than ever before, the safety and coordination of field teams is becoming mission-critical. As organizations ramp up both development and operational pipelines, tools that support field visibility, compliance, and collaboration are no longer optional—they’re essential.
At Sitetracker, we’re energized by what’s ahead. The clean energy landscape is growing in complexity and scale—and the organizations that thrive will be the ones who can plan smarter, build faster, and operate with precision.
If you’re ready to power the next wave of renewable infrastructure, let’s connect. Contact us to learn how Sitetracker can help you accelerate deployment, ensure field safety, and manage your assets end-to-end.
