Solar Power Hits Record 664 GW in 2025, Heads to 864 by 2030

The world added a record 664 gigawatts of solar power in 2025, enough to cover 9% of global electricity demand and triple total solar capacity in just four years.

Despite a temporary dip expected in 2026, solar is on track to more than double by 2030, delivering clean energy that's reshaping how the planet powers itself.