Latin America and Caribbean Set to Achieve Over 75% Renewable Energy in 2025
The Latin America and Caribbean region is on track to surpass 75% renewables in its power mix by the end of 2025, with Brazil, Guatemala, and Chile leading in renewable generation. While hydropower remains dominant, significant investments are being made in solar and wind, along with the announcement of 36 new green hydrogen projects targeting operational status by 2030, positioning the region as a future hydrogen exporter.[1]
Tracking SDG 7: Global Clean Energy Access Progress Remains Uneven
A new UN-led report highlights that while global access to electricity is improving, progress is highly uneven across regions and efforts to provide clean cooking solutions are lagging. International financial support for clean energy in developing countries has grown, but disparities in renewable energy deployment and energy efficiency remain significant.[2]
EU Renewable Electricity Share Drops in Early 2025 Despite Solar Surge
The share of electricity generated from renewables in the EU fell to 42.5% in the first quarter of 2025, down from 46.8% a year prior, mainly due to reduced hydro and wind output, despite a notable increase in solar generation. Denmark, Portugal, and Croatia maintained the highest national shares, but 19 EU countries saw declines in renewable generation compared to early 2024.[3]
Global Energy Investment to Hit Record $3.3 Trillion in 2025
Total global energy investment is projected to reach $3.3 trillion in 2025, marking a new high amid persistent economic uncertainty and heightened energy security concerns. This surge is driven by continued expansion in renewables and grid infrastructure, despite headwinds from geopolitical tensions.[4]
IEA: Renewables-Based Electricity to Overtake Coal in 2025
The International Energy Agency forecasts that, for the first time, renewables-based electricity generation will surpass coal-fired generation globally in 2025. Over the next five years, wind and solar are expected to see accelerated growth, with policy support and cost reductions driving the change, particularly in China and the EU.[5]
European Commission Launches Affordable Energy Action Plan
In 2025, the European Commission introduced an affordable energy action plan designed to lower consumer energy costs, complete the energy union, and attract new investment, with projected savings of €45 billion in 2025 alone. The plan is part of broader efforts to boost clean energy deployment and ensure energy security across the EU.