China's Solar Surge: What This Means for a Low Carbon Future China has reached a historic milestone by surpassing coal as the largest source of installed power generation capacity, marking a significant shift towards green energy.
The country's unwavering commitment to renewable energy and its willingness to invest in modern infrastructure have been key drivers of this transition.
With 1,286 gigawatts of installed photovoltaic capacity, China now accounts for 31. 5 percent of the world's total solar power generation.