US EditionRenewable energy produces more electricity than coal globally for the first time, report says
Solar and wind power grew by over 400 terawatt hours, led by China and India, causing a slight global fossil fuel generation decline, according to Ember's mid-year 2025 report.
- In the first half of 2025, renewable energy surpassed coal as the largest electricity generation source, representing 34.3% of global supply, while coal accounted for 33.1%, according to Ember.
- China invested around $625 billion in clean energy in 2024, supporting strong growth in renewables, as reported by the International Energy Agency .
- Despite strong renewable growth, the IEA warns that the world will not meet the 2030 target to triple renewable capacity, expecting only a 4,600 gigawatt gain by then.
- The share of renewables in global electricity rose to 34.3%, while coal fell to 33.1%, highlighting a milestone in energy transition efforts, as reported by Ember.
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