At the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, former U.S. President Donald Trump asserted that "China does not use wind power," emphasizing coal as its primary energy source. However, current data from Chinese energy authorities reveals a starkly different reality.
China has maintained its position as the global leader in installed wind power capacity for 15 consecutive years, with operational capacity surpassing 600 gigawatts by November 2025. This achievement enables renewable energy provision to over 500 million households – equivalent to powering all residential units in the United States twice over.
Analysts highlight that China's wind energy expansion aligns with its 2060 carbon neutrality pledge. "The scale of investment in Gansu and Xinjiang's wind farms demonstrates serious climate commitment," said energy researcher Dr. Li Wei, referencing major projects in northwestern China.
This development carries significant implications for global renewable energy markets, particularly for investors eyeing Asia's clean technology sector. The contradiction between political rhetoric and empirical data underscores the importance of fact-based analysis in international energy discourse.
