Countries by Installed Solar Power Capacity 2024

About This Dataset

Countries ranked by total installed solar photovoltaic energy capacity in 2024, measured in Gigawatts (GW) according to the International Renewable Energy Agency IRENA. China leads global solar deployment by an extraordinary margin — installing more solar capacity in a single year than most countries have accumulated in total, driven by a combination of domestic manufacturing dominance, falling panel costs, and a national policy framework targeting peak carbon emissions before 2030.

✨ AI Insight

China's staggering solar capacity of 710 GW not only sets it apart as the global leader but also underscores the significant gap between it and the United States, which holds the second position with only 179 GW. The rapid expansion in China can be attributed to its robust domestic manufacturing capabilities and favorable government policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions. Meanwhile, countries like Germany and Japan, with 81 GW and 84 GW respectively, continue to show strong solar adoption, yet they are dwarfed by China's output. This trend suggests that while some nations are making strides in renewable energy, the pace and scale of China's solar deployment could redefine global energy dynamics in the coming years.

Source: International Renewable Energy Agency

Key Findings

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China leads with 710 in 2024.

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Average value in 2024: 157 · median: 83.

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Gap in 2024: China is 25.4× larger than South Korea.