China green energy transition advanced in 2025 as clean energy sales revenue reached 42.6 per cent of total.
BEIJING: China green energy transition gained fresh momentum in 2025, with official data showing a notable increase in clean energy sales revenue across the country.
According to analysis reported by China Central Television, big data from the State Taxation Administration revealed that sales revenue from clean energy sources accounted for 42.6 per cent of total sales revenue in 2025. This includes wind power, solar power, hydropower and nuclear energy.
The figure represents a rise of 7.2 percentage points compared with the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan period from 2016 to 2020. Analysts say the growth reflects sustained investment in renewable infrastructure and supportive policy measures aimed at reducing carbon intensity and diversifying the energy mix.
The China green energy transition has been supported by large-scale solar and wind installations, alongside upgrades in grid capacity and technological efficiency. Continued expansion of hydropower and nuclear facilities has also contributed to the shift towards lower carbon energy generation.
Industry observers note that the rising share of clean energy revenue signals structural changes within the national economy. As renewable capacity increases, traditional fossil fuel based energy sources account for a smaller proportion of overall sales revenue.
The transition aligns with China’s broader environmental and economic goals, including carbon neutrality targets and long term sustainable development strategies. Officials have emphasised the importance of accelerating green transformation while maintaining energy security and economic stability.
The latest data suggests the China green energy transition is entering a more mature phase, with clean energy playing an increasingly central role in industrial output and fiscal performance.
