The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) shared renewable power generation capacity statistics for the past decade (2010-2019). The data reveals that renewable energy sources have continued to dominate new additions to the world’s power generation mix over the past year.
Renewable capacity reached 2,537 gigawatts (GW) globally by the end of 2019, up 176 GW from the previous year.
Asia once again achieved over half of new installations despite a slightly slower pace.
Meanwhile, Europe and North America saw an upturn in their capacity expansion.
Additionally, wind and solar power accounted for 90% of the world’s newly added renewable capacity.
In part, this very high share reflects low hydropower growth as several large projects missed expected completion deadlines. But even then, renewables represented 72% of total capacity additions in 2019, continuing to outpace fossil fuels by a wide margin.
This latest edition of Renewable Capacity Statistics comes amid COVID-19 crisis that affects practically every sphere of life.
In responding to today’s crisis, governments maybe tempted to focus on long-term solutions. Yet distinctions between short-, medium- and long-term challenges may be deceptive. Economic stimulus measures must also embrace sustainability and climate goals,
…said Francesco La Camera, Director-General, IRENA.
I hope this annual statistics book helps countries and communities to reinforce their commitment to renewables, make informed energy decisions, and do the necessary work to ensure a sustainable, stable, healthy future.
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