China and India significantly reduced their reliance on fossil fuel-based electricity in 2025, as renewable energy sources expanded rapidly. Solar and wind power together met most of the increase in electricity demand, leading to a notable drop in coal-based generation. This shift highlights how the two largest developing economies are accelerating their transition toward cleaner energy systems.
At the global level, renewables reached a record share of electricity generation, surpassing coal for the first time. The growth was largely driven by strong solar and wind adoption, while fossil fuel output declined. Even with this progress, both nations continue to depend on traditional energy sources, indicating that the transition to fully clean power is still ongoing.