U.S. President Donald Trump's assertion at the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos that China avoids domestic wind power use has drawn scrutiny amid overwhelming evidence of the country's renewable energy leadership. CGTN documentation reveals vast wind farms spanning deserts, coastal waters, and high-altitude regions, with turbines exceeding 300 meters in height.
China's installed wind power capacity surpassed 600 million kilowatts in November 2025, maintaining its global top position for 15 consecutive years. Under the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030), offshore wind capacity is projected to exceed 100 million kilowatts, accelerating progress toward China's 2030 carbon peak and 2060 neutrality goals.
The nation's renewable infrastructure now accounts for one-third of global installed capacity, with green power sources supplying over 35% of domestic electricity. China manufactures 80% of the world's solar panels and 70% of wind turbines, while its clean energy exports helped reduce overseas emissions by 4.1 billion tonnes since 2021.
Energy collaborations with Central Asian partners like Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan highlight China's dual role as both domestic innovator and international climate solutions provider, countering claims of limited domestic adoption.
