China Surpasses Coal in Solar Capacity Amid EV Surge

China, the world’s largest electricity market, now has more installed solar generation capacity than coal. The shift comes as the country’s electric‑vehicle sales accelerate, global energy prices rise, and climate‑change pressures mount. With solar now the dominant source of new power, a growing share of EV charging will draw from low‑carbon electricity, potentially reducing the sector’s greenhouse‑gas emissions. The change also lessens China’s reliance on coal‑based power, easing the environmental impact of its rapid electrification. As the country expands its solar fleet, it positions itself to meet climate commitments while supporting a booming domestic EV industry.