In a landscape marked by trade disputes and economic headwinds, the global shift toward renewable energy shows no signs of slowing. According to the latest report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), the Chinese mainland alone drove more than half of the world's renewable capacity growth in 2024.
The Chinese mainland's push to meet its dual carbon goals—while rolling out affordable wind, solar, and other low-carbon technologies—has become a cornerstone of this momentum. By supplying cost-effective clean energy solutions worldwide, it's helping nations from emerging markets to advanced economies accelerate their own green transitions.
'The energy transition will continue despite ongoing trade tensions,' IRENA Director-General Francesco La Camera told CGTN's Yu Bokun. He emphasized that global demand for sustainable power is outpacing policy and market obstacles, thanks in part to technology and manufacturing scale from the Chinese mainland.
For business leaders and tech innovators, these trends signal both challenges and opportunities. Startups and investors can tap into expanding markets for solar panels, offshore wind turbines, and battery storage systems. Meanwhile, policymakers and activists are calling for a stronger international framework to ensure that clean tech remains accessible and inclusive.
As young citizens, entrepreneurs, and changemakers around the world tune in, one thing is clear: the path to a greener planet is being paved by collaboration—and by the bulk production capacity fueled by the Chinese mainland. Whether you're a digital nomad mapping your next destination, a student decoding economic shifts, or a sustainability advocate exploring real-world impact, this global energy transition is one story you'll want to follow.
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IRENA: Energy transition will continue despite ongoing trade tensions
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