In 2025, record amounts of new solar and wind generation capacity met 99% of global electricity demand growth, with Australia leading the charge in transforming solar into a "round-the-clock resource." Solar power saw a significant increase, meeting 75% of the net increase in global power demand and growing by 30% from the previous year. Wind energy also had a successful year, with the global industry installing a record-breaking 165 gigawatts in 2025. Together, wind and solar now contribute more than half of all global renewable generation, helping low-carbon sources reach 42.6% of total electricity generation in 2025. Battery storage saw significant growth, with prices dropping to $70/kWh and capacity additions increasing by 46%, surpassing natural gas additions. This shift towards clean energy signifies the beginning of a new era of clean growth, reducing reliance on expensive fossil generation and reshaping energy security by meeting increasing electricity demand.