Renewable Energy Investment Hits $386B in H1 2025, Driven by Wind Projects
Renewable energy investment grew by 10% in 2025, marking a slight slowdown from previous years but maintaining a robust trend. Global energy investment is projected to reach $3.3 trillion this year, with over $2.2 trillion allocated to clean technologies. The energy transition is accelerating, driven by market forces, societal pressure, and climate urgency, despite some political resistance.
The first half of 2025 saw a record $386 billion invested in renewable energy, a 10% increase from 2024. This growth was buoyed by a 25% rise in onshore and offshore wind energy investment, reaching $126 billion. China and Europe led this surge in wind energy projects.
Market logic and social pressures are pushing the energy transition forward. In the United States, 304 major companies now have climate neutrality goals, representing two-thirds of US corporate revenues. This is a significant increase from 279 companies in 2024. Despite the Trump administration's past actions, US companies and states continue to pursue these goals. Globally, 19 states remain committed to their emissions reduction pledges, aligning with regions like the EU and China where climate policy drives competitiveness.
However, the pace of renewable energy investment is not yet sufficient to meet climate goals. There are significant gaps between announced commitments and implemented measures. Since January 2025, $470 billion in future funding has been announced, with three-quarters earmarked for power grids and transmission. This funding is crucial for integrating renewable energy sources into the grid.
While renewable energy investment continues to grow, the pace must accelerate to meet climate goals. Market forces and societal pressure are driving the energy transition, but political leadership and policy support are also crucial. With $470 billion in future funding announced, the focus should now shift towards effective implementation and integration of renewable energy sources into the global power grid.
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