ClimateJune 14, 2026

buildout

/ˈbɪldaʊt/

Definition

The systematic process of installing, developing, or expanding infrastructure and capacity for energy production.

Etymology

Derived from the phrasal verb 'build out,' which refers to completing or expanding a structure or system to its full capacity. It entered common usage in industrial and urban planning contexts in the mid-20th century.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe how red states are rapidly expanding their renewable energy infrastructure, such as wind and solar farms, to increase their power capacity.

California and New York weaken climate rules as red states ramp up green energy

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The Guardian

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