Can America Still Build Stuff? The Data Says Yes
2025-01-07
This data-driven article refutes the claim that America has lost its ability to build large-scale projects. Using numerous charts and graphs, the author demonstrates continued growth in US construction across housing, roads, utility-scale solar plants, pipelines, and bridges. While acknowledging that regulations like environmental protection laws may cause some delays, the article argues their benefits outweigh the costs. The author contends that the focus on failed projects overshadows the numerous successful ones, suggesting that reduced large-scale construction often results from project completion rather than a decline in capacity. Examples such as high-speed rail projects illustrate this point.
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