How much solar energy does the world use?

The world currently has a cumulative solar energy capacity of 850.2 GW (gigawatts). 4.4% of our global energy comes from solar power. China generates more solar energy than any other country, with a current capacity of 308.5 GW. The US relies on solar for 3.9% of its energy, although this share is increasing rapidly every year.

Which country has the highest solar energy capacity in the world?

China has the highest cumulative solar energy capacity in the world. The IEA measures China’s current capacity at 308.5 GW. The US is next with 123 GW of solar capacity. Japan has 78.2GW. China also installed the most additional solar in 2021, increasing its cumulative capacity by 54.9 GW.

Which country has the most solar power in 2022?

In 2022, the leading country for solar power was China, with about 390 GW, accounting for nearly two-fifths of the total global installed solar capacity.

Could solar power be our main source of energy?

The world may have crossed a 'tipping point' that will inevitably make solar power our main source of energy, new research suggests. The world may have crossed a "tipping point" that will inevitably make solar power our main source of energy, new research suggests.

Is Spain a good country for solar energy?

Spain was an early adopter in the development of solar energy, since it is one of the countries of Europe with more hours of sunshine. The Spanish government committed to achieving a target of 12 percent of primary energy from renewable energy by 2010 with an installed solar generating capacity of 3000 megawatts (MW).

Which countries have the most rooftop solar?

That story of rapid, invisible growth is being repeated across the continent. Kenya now has about 200 megawatts of rooftop solar installed, representing 9 percent of the country’s total energy use, Nana said. Namibia has about 96 megawatts of rooftop solar capacity in its system, he said—a whopping 15 percent of its energy mix.