Global Energy Investment to Hit Record $3.3 Trillion in 2025, Driven by Renewables
Global energy investment is projected to rise to an unprecedented $3.3 trillion in 2025, with a significant portion directed toward renewable energy and grid modernization. This surge is attributed to ongoing concerns about energy security and the transition to cleaner energy systems worldwide.[3]
Renewables Set to Overtake Coal in Global Electricity Generation
Renewables-based electricity generation is on track to surpass coal-fired power worldwide in 2025, marking a major milestone in the global energy transition. By 2029, solar PV is expected to become the largest renewable energy source, with wind energy also set to overtake hydropower by 2030.[8]
U.S. Solar and Energy Storage Poised for Major Expansion in 2025
The U.S. is expected to add 63 GW of new utility-scale electric-generating capacity in 2025, with nearly 49 GW coming from solar power and substantial growth in energy storage. Texas leads this expansion, while falling solar prices and supportive government policies continue to accelerate the clean energy transition.[5]
EU Launches Affordable Energy Action Plan to Boost Clean Energy and Lower Costs
During European Sustainable Energy Week 2025, the European Commission unveiled an affordable energy action plan aimed at lowering energy costs, completing the energy union, and attracting investments in clean power. These measures are expected to save €45 billion in 2025 and reinforce the EU’s commitment to nearly double its renewable share by 2030.[2]
New Partnership Announced to Strengthen Clean Energy Capacity in Developing Countries
A new international partnership was announced to bolster clean energy infrastructure and capacity in developing nations, aiming to accelerate the deployment of renewables and support sustainable development goals. This initiative seeks to address both energy access and climate resilience challenges.[1]
Texas Faces Surge in Natural Gas Plant Proposals Amid AI Boom
Driven by the rapid expansion of AI-powered data centers and new subsidy policies, Texas is experiencing a dramatic increase in permit applications for natural gas power plants, threatening to slow the state’s leadership in wind and solar development. This shift reflects growing electricity demand from emerging technologies.[7]