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Are global solar installations on track for another record year?

Global solar installations are on track for another record year. In the first six months of 2025, the world added 380 GW of new solar capacity — 64% higher than during the same period in 2024, when 232 GW were installed.

Are global solar installations breaking records again in 2025?

Global solar installations are breaking records again in 2025. In H1 2025, the world added 380 gigawatts (GW) of new solar capacity – a staggering 64% jump compared to the same period in 2024, when 232 GW came online. China was responsible for installing a massive 256 GW of that solar capacity.

Which country has the most solar PV installations in 2025?

Global solar PV installations experienced significant growth in the first half of 2025, with the total reaching 380 GW DC, a remarkable increase of 64% compared to the previous year. China dominated the market, contributing 67% of the total installations with 256 GW DC, while India and the US followed with 24 GW and 21 GW, respectively.

How many solar PV installations are there in China?

China's 198 GW AC solar PV additions between January and May 2025 made the country the 1st in the world to exceed 1 TW in cumulative installations. New installations of 14.36 GW AC in June this year expanded its capacity to 212.2 GW AC.

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Installed solar energy capacity

Cumulative installed solar capacity, measured in gigawatts (GW).