electrek.co·Apr 1, 2026
In 2025, the world added 692 gigawatts of renewable power, increasing the total global capacity to 5,149 gigawatts, as reported by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).
The significant addition of 692 GW of renewable energy capacity in 2025 highlights a robust global commitment to expanding renewable energy infrastructure. For a professional in greentech, this underscores the growing opportunities in renewable energy investment, particularly in large-scale projects, which could be pivotal for achieving net zero goals. It may be strategic to explore partnerships or investments in emerging markets where renewable capacity is rapidly increasing.