The Energy Transition in 5 Numbers: Where Solar, Nuclear, and Gas Stand Heading Into 2027

Global electricity demand is projected to grow 3.8% next year, driven by AI data centers, manufacturing reshoring, and EV adoption. Solar will lead growth with 600 TWh annually through 2027, while nuclear capacity will expand through plant restarts and uprates. Natural gas serves as a bridge fuel with 48 GW needed by 2035 to meet data center demand. Data center energy consumption could reach 945 TWh by 2030 and 1,200 TWh by 2035.