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Renewables overtake coal as world’s top energy source

Rob Beschizza
Oct 07, 2025
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Energy think tank Ember claims that renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power provided more electricity than coal in the first half of 2025. They met 100% of the demand placed upon them despite growing usage, allowing fossil fuel use to decline. The shift is driven by China, reportedly “way ahead in clean energy growth.”

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