Energy & climate

Solar+Wind Capacity Surpasses Fossil Fuel—IEA 2026 Report

Per the IEA's 'Electricity 2026,' global solar+wind combined capacity is reaching 4,000 GW in 2026, surpassing coal+gas operating capacity for the first time (though output remains lower due to capacity factor differences).

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