As nations prepare to mark the 55th Earth Day on April 22, 2025, under the theme "Our Power, Our Planet," China’s accelerating clean energy transition is drawing international attention. The world’s largest renewable energy market now accounts for over half of global solar and wind capacity installations, signaling a paradigm shift in addressing climate challenges.
A Renewable Powerhouse
Data from China’s National Energy Administration reveals that the country’s renewable energy capacity surpassed 1.2 billion kilowatts in early 2025, with solar and wind contributing nearly 40% of total electricity generation. This growth aligns with its "dual carbon" goals of peaking emissions by 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2060.
Economic and Ecological Synergy
Business analysts highlight China’s strategic investments in green technologies:
Domestic electric vehicle sales now represent nearly 50% of the global market
Over $140 billion invested in energy storage systems since 2020
3.6 million new green jobs created in 2024 alone
The nation’s "green finance" initiatives have mobilized $800 billion for sustainable projects across Asia through partnerships like the Belt and Road Initiative International Green Development Coalition.
A Global Climate Partner
UN Secretary-General António Guterres recently noted: "China’s renewable energy acceleration provides crucial momentum for global climate targets." With Earth Day 2025 emphasizing energy system transformations, China’s hybrid model of state coordination and market innovation offers insights for developing economies.
