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How much solar power does China have in 2021?

In 2021, 53 GW of solar power capacity was added in China—40% of the global total. 47 At year end, total solar power capacity reached 307 GW. 48 In the first half of 2022, roughly 31 GW of solar power were added to the grid in China. 49 China also leads the world in solar manufacturing, as it has for many years.

Why is solar power so popular in China?

Solar power in China is doubling every two years. At this speed, China’s sun power alone could pass total U.S. power in three to four years. Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels turn sunlight into electricity. They are easy to make in big factories, but they can be used in tiny homes as well. This makes solar flexible and cheap.

How much solar power does China have?

China was responsible for installing a massive 256 GW of that solar capacity. For context, it took until September last year to pass the 350 GW mark. This year, the milestone was achieved in June. That pace cements solar as the fastest-growing source of new electricity generation worldwide.

Is solar energy a viable option in China?

Through significant government incentives, including subsidies and low-interest loans, solar energy has become an increasingly attractive option within China's borders. Moreover, China also lays out ambitious renewable energy targets in its 14th Five-Year Plan, aiming for 33% of its electricity generation from renewables by 2025.