Fossil fuels still supply around 80% of the world’s energy needs, but 2023 saw significant advancements in renewable power.
The intergovernmental International Energy Agency (IAE) said that global renewable energy capacity experienced its largest-ever growth this year, calling the increase “unprecedented.”
Overall, experts say 2023 was a watershed moment for the global energy landscape, with renewable sources like solar and wind and other innovative technologies shaping a more sustainable future.