US wind power capacity hit a ceiling in January 2026

The amount of wind power generating capacity in the United States stopped growing in January 2026. It reached 159,858 megawatts and has not increased since.

For years, US wind power capacity has been steadily climbing. This data point suggests that growth may have stalled. It is unclear if this is a temporary pause or the start of a longer trend. This matters because wind power is a key component of the country's renewable energy goals.