Renewables reached nearly 50% of global electricity capacity last year
https://www.theregister.com/2026/04/01/renewables_generated_nearly_half_global_power/
Renewable energy made real progress in 2025, with solar driving renewables to about half of global electricity capacity. But the gains come with a caveat: ongoing fossil-fuel use and rising power demand from an AI-driven era muddy the climate math. The year showed strong growth, yet it’s clear that we’re not on track to meet overarching renewable pledges without faster emissions cuts, smarter grids, and deeper investment in clean tech. The story calls for urgent policy choices and practical action to turn progress into a concrete path for decarbonization.