Solar photovoltaic was the technology that accounted for the largest share of global renewable capacity additions in 2023. In that year, roughly 407 gigawatts of solar PV were installed worldwide. Wind energy was ranked second, with a total of 117 gigawatts added in 2023.
Renewable power capacity additions worldwide in 2023, by technology
(in gigawatts)
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