Countries with the Most Installed Solar Power Capacity 2024

About This Dataset

Countries ranked by total installed solar photovoltaic capacity in 2024, measured in gigawatts (GW) according to IRENA Renewable Capacity Statistics. China dominates global solar installation, having added more solar capacity in single years than the rest of the world combined during peak build-out periods. AI-assisted data.

✨ AI Insight

China's solar power capacity of 870 GW dwarfs that of the United States and India, highlighting a substantial gap in solar energy infrastructure. The U.S. follows with 235 GW, while India has made significant strides with 190 GW, reflecting its growing commitment to renewable energy. Germany and Japan, traditional leaders in solar energy, have 99 GW and 93 GW respectively, indicating a potential stagnation in their growth compared to emerging markets. The data suggests that while established economies are still significant players, the rapid expansion in countries like China and India may shift the global solar landscape in the coming years, driven by policy support and technological advancements.

Source: IRENA

Key Findings

Auto-computed highlights from this dataset

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China leads with 870 in 2024.

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Average value in 2024: 203 · median: 96.

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Gap in 2024: China is 21.8× larger than Spain.