5 Unstoppable Forces Reshaping U.S. Manufacturing

An extensive survey of sector executives across multiple industries revealed how decision-makers perceive the “industrial revolution” now engulfing energy and manufacturing sectors.
Sept. 30, 2025

The future of energy and the future of manufacturing are being defined right now as decisionmakers deal with the complexities of digitalization, energy availability, supply-chain resilience, innovation cycles – and of course, reshoring. Ryan Hawk of PwC US surveyed hundreds of C-suite executives across the manufacturing and energy sectors to determine what is influencing their thoughts and guiding their decision-making. He found five “unstoppable forces” reshaping how America builds, moves, and competes. Listen here.

About the Author

Robert Brooks

Content Director

Robert Brooks has been a business-to-business reporter, writer, editor, and columnist for more than 20 years, specializing in the primary metal and basic manufacturing industries. His work has covered a wide range of topics, including process technology, resource development, material selection, product design, workforce development, and industrial market strategies, among others. 

Sign up for FoundryMag eNewsletters
Get the latest news and updates