For the first time in history: renewable energy surpassed coal in 2025.

According to inkorr.com:  

In the first half of 2025, wind and solar power plants outstripped coal power generation in electricity production, marking the first such occurrence in world history. This conclusion was drawn by the global energy analytics center Ember in its report, as reported by The Guardian.

Growth of renewable energy production

Solar energy showed impressive growth, increasing by almost a third compared to last year. This growth accounted for 83% of the increase in electricity demand. Wind generation also rose by over 7%. Overall, the rise of renewable energy sources has for the first time surpassed the use of fossil fuels, leading to a slight decrease in coal and gas consumption worldwide.

The role of China and India

China and India have become key players in this process. China demonstrated the highest levels in renewable energy production, reducing fossil fuel use by 2% compared to the previous year. India showed even higher growth rates, tripling the increase in demand for renewable energy, significantly reducing its dependence on traditional sources.

A historic moment in energy

In 2025, electricity generation from wind and solar power plants exceeded the volumes generated by coal power plants, representing a historic achievement for the energy sector. The development of renewable energy sources, particularly solar and wind, allows countries to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and move towards a sustainable energy future.

This shift in the energy landscape reflects the focused efforts of countries around environmentally friendly energy sources. It also demonstrates how quickly the global energy sector can evolve, as more countries distance themselves from traditional, polluting technologies in favor of renewable solutions. This opens new horizons for sustainable development and energy independence.