The Chinese mainland now accounts for more than 40% of all new energy patents worldwide, marking a major milestone in the global transition to clean power. This surge highlights its growing clout in solar, wind and energy storage innovation.
During the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021–2025), the Chinese mainland set new records in photovoltaic conversion efficiency and achieved the largest single-unit capacity for offshore wind turbines. These breakthroughs underscore an accelerating push toward more efficient and scalable renewable solutions.
At a press conference, Wang Hongzhi, head of the National Energy Administration, also pointed out that the scale of new-type energy storage has climbed to the top spot globally. This rapid expansion of storage capacity is critical for balancing supply and demand as more intermittent renewables come online.
For young entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts across G20 nations, these developments signal fresh opportunities in clean-tech ventures and cross-border partnerships. Investors and startups are already eyeing collaborations in advanced photovoltaic materials, offshore wind platforms and next-gen battery systems.
Looking ahead, the momentum from the Chinese mainland’s patent leadership will shape global net-zero trajectories and inspire new policy frameworks. Stay tuned as innovation in solar, wind and storage continues to redefine the energy landscape for a sustainable future.
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China contributes over 40% of world's new energy patents: official
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