Energy think tank Ember has reported that 2025 is shaping up to become the most significant year in history for renewable-energy expansion. Their analysis shows that global solar and wind installations have already outpaced projections, driven by record-level investments across Asia, Europe, and Africa.

According to Ember, solar power is seeing unprecedented adoption as countries aim to reduce energy costs, decentralize electricity supply, and achieve their climate targets. Large economies—such as China, India, the United States, and members of the European Union—are pushing aggressive solar and wind rollout programs.

The report highlights that several countries are now consistently generating more electricity from solar and wind combined than from fossil-fuel sources.
This shift is a major global milestone, indicating that renewables are not just expanding but beginning to displace traditional fossil-based systems.

Ember concludes that if the current pace continues, renewable energy could become the world’s primary electricity source within the next decade, marking a significant step toward carbon neutrality.