China's Power Generation Capacity Tops 40 Billion kW, Cementing Its Green Energy Lead

China's total power generation installed capacity has broken the 40 billion kilowatt mark, a record that surpasses the combined capacity of the United States, the European Union, India, Japan and Russia. The milestone reflects a rapid shift toward non‑fossil sources, with renewable installations now accounting for over 60 % of total capacity.

The surge is part of a broader national push to cut energy intensity and carbon emissions. Since the 18th Party Congress, China's GDP‑related energy consumption has fallen by more than 27 % and carbon emissions have been reduced by roughly 30 billion tonnes of standard coal. Policies aim for a peak in CO₂ emissions before 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2060. Renewable generation now produces about 3.99 trillion kWh annually, and the country leads the world in exporting wind‑turbine and solar‑panel equipment.

The expanded capacity underpins industrial growth, data‑center power needs, and the “green‑power‑plus‑computing” strategy that links abundant clean electricity with AI and digital services, enhancing both economic development and climate goals.