American design-build construction firm Clayco has launched a dedicated business unit focused on utility-scale solar and energy storage projects, expanding its integrated delivery model into the rapidly growing energy sector as electricity demand surges, PR Newswire reports.

Clayco Power and Energy will provide comprehensive design, engineering, procurement and construction services to accelerate delivery of renewable energy infrastructure nationwide. The division's initial focus targets utility-scale solar installations and energy storage systems.

The launch addresses critical infrastructure needs as US electricity demand is projected to grow 15 to 20 per cent by 2030, driven by data centre expansion, domestic manufacturing facilities, transportation electrification and residential growth. Eighty-five per cent of all new American electric generating capacity brought online in 2025 comprised utility-scale solar and battery storage sources.

Anthony Johnson, chief executive of Clayco, said: "Clayco is committed to supporting the country's evolving modern infrastructure needs, and utility-scale power like solar and battery storage are central to America's economic and industrial future."

Industry veteran Ryan Johnson will lead the division as vice president, overseeing strategy, operations and project delivery.

"Our fully integrated delivery model – which brings design, engineering, procurement, and construction under one roof – minimizes risk, accelerates schedules, and maximizes value for clients like utilities, independent power producers, financial sponsors, and customers delivering power to data centers and advanced manufacturing facilities," Ryan Johnson said.

Clayco is currently under contract for a solar and battery storage project in Illinois, scheduled to mobilise in 2026, representing the first of several large-scale opportunities anticipated as the company expands into solar and storage markets.

The division expects to generate $300 million (€255 million) in revenue and employ nearly 1,000 craft professionals by 2027.

Examine Clayco's integrated delivery model and project pipeline for utility-scale renewable installations in the full report.