Key facts
- China's installed solar power capacity has surpassed coal.
- Total installed solar capacity reached 1,286 GW by the end of July.
- Solar now represents 31.5% of China's total installed power generation capacity.
China has achieved a significant milestone in its energy transition, with its installed solar power capacity now exceeding that of coal for the first time. By the end of July, the nation's solar capacity reached 1,286 GW, slightly surpassing the 1,285 GW of coal-fired capacity. This development underscores China's commitment to renewable energy sources as it aims to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, with solar now accounting for 31.5% of the country's total installed power-generation capacity.