China Installs 100 Solar Panels Per Second in Record-Breaking Renewable Surge
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📰 The quick summary: China installed an unprecedented 93 gigawatts of solar and 26 gigawatts of wind capacity in May 2025 alone, significantly accelerating the global transition to renewable energy.
📈 One key stat: China added nearly 100 solar panels per second and one wind turbine every 10 minutes in May 2025, generating enough electricity to power entire countries or US states.
💬 One key quote: “We knew China’s rush to install solar and wind was going to be wild but WOW,” shared Lauri Myllyvirta, non-resident senior fellow at the Asia Society Policy Institute.
1️⃣ The big picture: China has shattered renewable energy installation records in 2025, adding 93 gigawatts of solar and 26 gigawatts of wind capacity in May alone. This rapid expansion comes after China already set renewable installation records in both 2023 and 2024. By the end of May, China’s cumulative solar capacity reached 1.08 terawatts, representing approximately half of the world’s total installed solar capacity. For the first time, China also invested more in solar and wind than in coal last month, signaling a potential turning point in their energy strategy.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: The massive renewable energy deployment is already showing environmental impact, with China experiencing its first decline in carbon emissions despite increased energy demand. This surge in clean energy could help the world’s largest carbon emitter reach its peak emissions ahead of its 2030 target. The extraordinary pace of installation demonstrates how quickly renewable energy capacity can be deployed at scale with proper investment and policy support. The newly added capacity from just one month can generate electricity equivalent to entire countries like Poland or Sweden, showcasing the transformative potential of renewable energy.
3️⃣ What’s next: Experts predict installation rates will slow for the remainder of 2025 following this unprecedented surge. However, clean energy generation will continue to rise thanks to the substantial capacity already installed. This period will test how effectively China can integrate this massive new renewable capacity into its grid system.
Read the full story here: EcoWatch – China Solar and Wind Installations Break More World Records
