On Thursday, a report highlighted that in 2024, a historic figure of 47% of the electricity supply in the European Union originated from renewable energy sources. This development has been hailed by experts as an encouraging indication of the global community’s progress in shifting away from fossil fuels, which are key contributors to climate change.

The report by the climate-focused think tank Ember also provides insight into the largest electricity producers worldwide, detailing the proportion of their electrical output derived from renewable sources as of 2023. The following figures represent the share of electricity from renewables among the leading nations:

– Brazil: 88.9%

– Canada: 66.5%

– China: 30.6%

– France: 26.5%

– United States: 22.7%

– Japan: 22%

– India: 19.5%

– Russia: 17.7%

– South Korea: 9%

This data illustrates significant variations in renewable energy adoption across different countries, showcasing Brazil and Canada as leaders in the transition to cleaner energy practices. As global awareness and efforts to combat climate change intensify, these statistics reflect an ongoing commitment to embracing sustainable energy solutions.