Data: Renewable energies capacity in the world

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The share of renewable energies capacity globally has increased from 27.2% in 2013 to 46% in 2024, according to IRENA Renewable Capacity Statistics. The key driver is solar, followed by hydroelectricity and wind.
Regarding the geographical distribution, Asia tops the ranking with 2.382 GW in 2024, followed by Europe (849 GW) and North America (573 GW), while the Middle East's capacity reaches 40 GW in 2024.

Evolution of the share of renewable energy in global installed capacity

Sources: Irena Renewable Capacity Statistics

Distribution of renewable capacity by energy source in 2024

Sources: Irena - Renewables Capacity Statistics

Distribution of renewable capacity by energy source in 2024

Sources: Irena - Renewables Capacity Statistics

Geographical distribution of renewable energy capacity by region of the world in 2024

Note: Data expressed in gigawatt (GW)
Sources: Irena - Renewable capacity statistics

Geographical distribution of renewable energy capacity by region of the world…

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