Clean electricity met 40% of new energy demand in 2025

Clean electricity generation grew more than twice as fast as the overall energy supply in 2025, according to the annual Energy Transition Monitor report. In total, clean electricity accounted for 40% of new energy demand.

However, the report indicates that overall energy demand is simultaneously expanding for both fossil and clean energy sources. Growth drivers include data centers, increased cooling needs, and heavy industry. This rising total demand is hindering emission reductions despite the rapid proliferation of clean electricity.

The analysis shows that while the deployment of clean electricity has significantly accelerated, permanently reducing emissions requires faster adoption and breakthroughs in other sectors. The report states that at the current pace, fossil fuels will remain significant energy sources.

Faster deployment and sectoral breakthroughs are essential for permanently cutting emissions, the report concludes. The situation reflects the complexity of the energy transition, where growing energy needs challenge the shift towards cleaner solutions.