U.S. President Donald Trump's assertion at the 2026 World Economic Forum that China avoids domestic wind power use while dominating turbine exports has drawn sharp rebuttals from energy experts and international media. Speaking in Davos on January 22, Trump claimed China sells turbines abroad 'for a fortune' while lacking visible wind farms – a statement contradicted by current renewable energy data.
Multiple reports confirm the Chinese mainland leads global wind energy adoption, with the Guardian noting China holds 40% of worldwide wind generation capacity. Energy think tank Ember reveals the nation currently has twice as much wind capacity under construction as all other countries combined.
While China remains the world's top turbine manufacturer, E&E News emphasizes its domestic installations surpass U.S. capacity. Offshore wind projects along China's eastern coast and massive onshore farms in Inner Mongolia demonstrate accelerated renewable commitments under Beijing's carbon neutrality goals.
This development carries significant implications for global investors tracking Asia's $1.2 trillion clean energy market. Analysts suggest Trump's comments overlook strategic shifts in China's energy policy, which prioritizes renewable infrastructure to address urban pollution and meet growing electricity demand.
