Solar and Wind Meet Global Electricity Demand Growth in 2025
In the first half of 2025, solar and wind energy generated enough electricity to meet all global demand growth, resulting in a very small decline in coal generation for the first time on record[2]. Solar output rose by a third and wind increased by 7%, marking renewables’ overtaking of coal in global electricity generation[6].
Global Renewable Energy Investment Hits Record High
Global investment in renewable energy reached a record US$386 billion in the first half of 2025, reflecting strong momentum despite political challenges[8]. The investment surge signals growing confidence in clean energy’s central role in future power systems[6].
Great Britain Sets Record for 100% Clean Electricity
Great Britain operated on 100% clean electricity for a record 87 hours through September 2025, a rapid increase from previous years and progress toward its 2030 goal of 95% clean power[4]. The achievement demonstrates the impact of strong policy and infrastructure investment, with 66% of generation coming from nuclear, solar, and wind sources supplemented by green imports[4].
Norway Deploys World’s Largest Vertical Bifacial Solar Panel Array
Tromso, Norway, installed the world’s largest vertically mounted bifacial solar panel array, designed to optimize energy capture in extreme northern conditions with low sun angles and harsh weather[4]. This innovative approach is expected to set new standards for solar efficiency in polar and high-latitude regions[4].
France Sees Surge in Electric Vehicle Registrations
In September 2025, France registered roughly 40,000 new electric vehicles, accounting for about 24% of total new car sales, with plug-in hybrids making up 6.8% and hybrid electric vehicles 44.3%[4]. The data underlines accelerating transportation electrification and the growing role of EVs in emissions reduction[4].
Negative Electricity Prices in Greece Due to Photovoltaic Growth
Greece’s rapid expansion of photovoltaics is leading to negative electricity prices, forming the so