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Renewables Surpass Coal as Top Global Electricity Source
10/7/2025
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- Renewable energy surpassed coal as the leading global electricity source in the first half of 2025, according to Ember.
- Global electricity demand rose 2.6% (an extra 369 TWh) and was fully met by solar and wind.
- Renewables generated 5,072 TWh in 2025, up 31% from 2024.
- Coal production fell to 4,896 TWh, down 0.6%.
