Renewable Energy Overtakes Coal in Global Power Mix
For the first time, wind and solar generate more electricity than coal across major economies.
A milestone has been reached as renewable sources collectively surpassed coal in electricity generation across several of the world's largest economies.
Plummeting costs for solar panels and batteries have accelerated the transition far faster than many forecasts predicted.
Challenges remain in grid modernization and storage, but the trajectory now points firmly toward a cleaner energy future.
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