Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Global Renewable Energy Investment Hits Record High in 2025

10/15/2025

25 5

Summary

Story summary

Global renewable energy investment reached a record high in the first half of 2025, driven by solar growth in China and India.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects global renewable capacity will more than double by 2030.
In the United States, renewables and batteries are expected to make up 93% of new grid capacity this year, though federal opposition may slow future growth.

1 of 1

Story summary

Global renewable energy investment reached a record high in the first half of 2025, driven by solar growth in China and India.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects global renewable capacity will more than double by 2030.
In the United States, renewables and batteries are expected to make up 93% of new grid capacity this year, though federal opposition may slow future growth.