IRENA Report: Global renewable capacity reaches new milestone in 2025
- REDAÇÃO H2RADAR
- May 8
- 2 min read
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has just released its Renewable Capacity Statistics 2025 report, providing a comprehensive overview of the growth in global renewable energy generation capacity over the past decade (2015-2024). The data, compiled from surveys, national statistics and industry association reports, reveals a decade of steady expansion, driven by the rapid adoption of solar, wind and other clean energy technologies.
According to IRENA, renewable capacity is measured by the maximum net capacity of connected generation facilities at the end of each year. This approach provides an accurate view of global progress in the energy transition. The report also highlights the crucial role of industry associations and national and international organisations in collecting and validating this data, which serves as a basis for strategic decisions in clean energy.
Key trends and implications for the energy transition
Key highlights of the report include the diversification of renewable energy sources and the rapid growth of solar and wind capacity, which together account for the majority of recent additions. The expansion of renewable capacity has not been limited to advanced economies; emerging countries have also shown significant progress, demonstrating that the clean energy transition is becoming a global phenomenon.
Furthermore, the report highlights the importance of continued investment in infrastructure and technological innovation to maintain the rapid pace of growth. With climate policies advancing and carbon neutrality commitments, global renewable capacity is poised to play an even more central role in decarbonizing economies.
As the world approaches 2030, IRENA’s data provides a clear picture of the path forward, highlighting the need for robust public policies and international collaboration to overcome remaining challenges and achieve global climate goals.
