China has firmly established itself as the global leader in wind and solar energy, outpacing all other nations in installed capacity, manufacturing dominance, and clean energy deployment.
As of mid-2025, China accounts for over one-third of the world’s wind and solar capacity, driven by massive government investment, strategic industrial policy, and a rapidly growing domestic market. The country’s clean energy buildout is part of its broader goal to reach peak carbon emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060.
In wind power, China leads both in onshore and offshore capacity, with new megaprojects being added across provinces like Inner Mongolia and Shandong. In solar, it dominates from polysilicon production to panel exports, supplying more than 80% of the global market in some components.
Beijing’s control of the renewable supply chain—from raw materials to finished products—has also given it strategic leverage in global energy markets, while domestic policy continues to push innovation in grid storage, hydrogen, and smart energy systems.
While other countries invest heavily to catch up, China’s integrated approach and scale give it a commanding advantage, positioning it not only as a clean energy powerhouse but also as a critical player in the world’s transition to a low-carbon economy.
