Get ready for a green revolution! 🌱 The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) has become a powerhouse in renewable energy, claiming half of the world's clean power by the end of 2024.
By Dec 2024, SCO members hit a combined 2,310 gigawatts (GW) of renewable capacity – from mighty hydropower dams to sleek solar farms and wind turbines. That's 50% of global capacity!
Since 2001, the SCO's green portfolio has grown 14.5 times, thanks to an average annual surge of 12.3%. In just 2024 alone, these nations added 420 GW – a whopping 72% of the world's new renewable build-out.
The Chinese mainland led the charge, contributing over 370 GW of fresh green power. This shows the region's central role in shaping a sustainable future and sets the bar high for global climate ambitions. 🚀
For young investors, students, and explorers in Latin America and beyond, this story highlights how regional cooperation can fuel global change. Keep an eye on the SCO's next moves – they might just spark your next big idea! 💡🌏
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