HKChina's installed solar power capacity has surpassed coal for the first time, becoming the nation's largest source of installed power generation. According to the National Energy Administration (NEA), by the end of July, China's photovoltaic capacity reached 1,286 gigawatts, representing 31.5% of the total installed capacity. This marks a significant shift in China's energy landscape, breaking a century-long dominance of coal as the primary power source. Solar generation accounted for 13% of total electricity consumption by the end of July, with solar power production increasing by 15.5% year-on-year in the first seven months of the year. China leads globally in producing solar modules and has developed a highly competitive photovoltaic industrial chain. To accommodate the rising share of renewables, China is modernizing its power grid to create a 'new-type power system' capable of efficiently integrating solar and wind energy.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual data from the National Energy Administration (NEA) regarding China's energy transition, focusing on the growth of solar power relative to coal. It does not exhibit clear ideological bias, as it reports on government achievements without overtly praising or criticizing. S
