Renewable energies overtook global electricity demand last year, led by solar growth in China, India-AP

Renewable energy sources met more than 100% of global electricity demand growth in the past year, driven primarily by rapid solar capacity expansion in China and India. This shift reflects stronger capital allocation toward clean energy infrastructure and favorable policy support in key emerging markets, improving their energy security and reducing reliance on fossil fuel imports. The trend is pressuring thermal coal and natural gas demand growth in the power sector, particularly in Asia, where renewable build-out is accelerating. Higher renewable penetration is also increasing volatility in power prices and affecting dispatch economics for conventional generation assets. Traders will watch the upcoming IEA Renewables 2024 report for revised capacity addition forecasts and policy impact assessments in China and India.

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