The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a warning that Americans could face up to 800 hours of blackouts annually by 2030 if new power capacity is not added. The DOE highlighted that the lack of investment in electricity infrastructure could cause power outages to increase by as much as 100 times within five years, particularly during peak demand periods. This assessment was part of the DOE's evaluation of the reliability and security of the United States electric grid, emphasizing the urgent need to expand power generation capacity to prevent widespread disruptions.