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China Dominates Clean Energy, Sparking Global Debate
11/18/2025
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Story summary
- China is emerging as a leader in clean energy technology for the Global South.
- In 2024, wind and solar accounted for 84% of China's new electricity demand.
- Solar exports to the Global South rose 32% in 2024.
- Critics say China's emissions reduction targets are insufficient amid record global emissions, while Australia faces higher energy costs during the net-zero transition.
