Global Overview 2025
The world has reached a significant milestone in the transition to sustainable energy. This section provides a high-level snapshot of the key global metrics for renewable energy in 2025, highlighting the overall composition of power sources and major achievements in the sector.
Total Renewable Capacity
4,500 GW
+25% since 2020
Annual Investment
$1.2 Trillion
Record high
Share of Global Electricity
40%
Up from 30% in 2020
Global Renewable Energy Mix - 2025
Growth by Energy Source
While the renewable sector has grown overall, each energy source has a unique story. This interactive section allows you to explore the growth in installed capacity for major renewable sources between 2020 and 2025. Click on a source to view its specific data and learn about the key drivers behind its development.
Installed Capacity Growth: Solar (GW)
Key Insights
Solar power has seen exponential growth, driven by a dramatic reduction in photovoltaic (PV) panel costs and supportive government policies worldwide. Utility-scale solar farms and rooftop installations have both contributed significantly to its rise as the fastest-growing renewable source.
Regional Deep Dive
The renewable energy landscape varies significantly across the globe. This section provides a comparative view of installed capacity by region, broken down by energy source. Use the dropdown menu to compare the regional mix between 2020 and 2025 to understand the geographical trends in energy transition.
Regional Installed Capacity by Source (GW)
Investment Trends
Financial commitment is the engine of the green transition. This section charts the flow of global investment into renewables from 2020 to 2025, distinguishing between public and private sector contributions. The visualization highlights the increasing role of private capital in funding the expansion of clean energy infrastructure.
Global Renewable Energy Investment (USD Billions)
Outlook and Key Challenges
The future of renewable energy is bright, but not without hurdles. This final section outlines the projections for 2030 and discusses the primary challenges that must be addressed to continue the pace of the global energy transition. Click on each challenge to read a brief overview.
2030 Projections
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6,500 GW of total installed renewable capacity.
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Renewables projected to meet over 55% of global electricity demand.
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Annual investment expected to surpass $2 Trillion.
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Electric vehicle fleet and green hydrogen production to become major drivers of new capacity.