🌍⚡️China is supercharging the planet's green future! Over the past few years, China's renewable energy capacity skyrocketed from 480 gigawatts in 2015 to a whopping 1,450 gigawatts in 2023. That's like leveling up in the renewable energy game—and then some!
This year alone, China added more than 305 gigawatts of new renewable energy capacity. To put that into perspective, that's over half of the world's total new installations of 510 gigawatts! Talk about making waves (or should we say, wind and solar?). ☀️🌬️
But it's not just about the numbers. China's massive push into renewables has helped drive down global costs. According to the International Renewable Energy Agency, between 2010 and 2022, the global average cost of electricity fell by 89 percent for solar PV and 69 percent for onshore wind energy. China's initiatives played a major role in making clean energy more affordable for everyone. 🌿💡
And the journey doesn't stop here! The International Energy Agency projects that by 2028, China will contribute nearly 60 percent of the new renewable capacity worldwide. That's an additional 2,062 gigawatts of green power, powering up our world towards a sustainable future. 🚀🌟
So, next time you think about renewable energy, remember that China is not just participating—it's leading the charge! Let's get inspired and join the global movement for a cleaner, greener planet. 🌎❤️
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