A new report from energy think tank Ember reveals a global clean energy milestone: low-carbon sources supplied 40.9% of the world’s electricity in 2024, driven by record-breaking growth in solar power. In contrast, ASEAN generated just 26% of its electricity from clean sources, and clean generation in the region is no longer keeping pace with demand. With massive solar and wind potential still largely untapped, experts say the region is well-positioned to accelerate its clean energy transition — if the right policies are in place. We speak to the co-authors of the report, Euan Graham (Global Electricity and Data Analyst, Ember) and Nicholas Fulghum (Senior Data Analyst, Ember) to explore the turning points, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of electricity—especially in Asia.


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A new <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://ember-energy.org/latest-insights/global-electricity-review-2025/">report</a> from energy think tank Ember reveals a global clean energy milestone: low-carbon sources supplied 40.9% of the world’s electricity in 2024, driven by record-breaking growth in solar power. In contrast, ASEAN generated just 26% of its electricity from clean sources, and clean generation in the region is no longer keeping pace with demand. With massive solar and wind potential still largely untapped, experts say the region is well-positioned to accelerate its clean energy transition — if the right policies are in place. We speak to the co-authors of the report, Euan Graham (Global Electricity and Data Analyst, Ember) and Nicholas Fulghum (Senior Data Analyst, Ember) to explore the turning points, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of electricity—especially in Asia. Image Credit: Shutterstock

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