Renewables provided record 30% of global electricity in 2023, Ember says

Renewable energy, led by solar and wind power, reached a record 30% of global electricity production in 2023, signaling progress towards the goal of tripling renewable capacity by 2030. Ember's report highlights the importance of reducing fossil fuel use to meet climate targets, with solar capacity growth seen as a key driver. Challenges remain in grid connections and permits for new projects to achieve this target.