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    Global Average Renewable Energy Capacity

    Last updated: February 16, 2026

    530W

    watts/capita

    Global installed renewable energy capacity is approximately 530 watts per capita, totaling 4,160 GW. Iceland leads at 23,000W/capita due to geothermal, while Denmark (5,300W) and Germany (2,100W) lead in wind and solar. Capacity grew 50% faster than expected in 2024.

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    Why This Average Exists

    Renewable capacity per capita measures a country's progress in the energy transition and its ability to generate clean electricity relative to population.

    Factors That Affect Global Average Renewable Energy Capacity

    • Government incentives
    • Solar/wind resources
    • Investment levels
    • Grid capacity
    • Technology costs
    • Land availability

    Methodology & Data Sources

    The data presented on this page is compiled from publicly available datasets published by international organizations including the World Bank, World Health Organization (WHO), International Labour Organization (ILO), United Nations, NASA, and national statistical agencies.

    Global averages are calculated using population-weighted or arithmetic means depending on the metric. Country-level data reflects the most recent available figures, typically from 2023–2024. Where gaps exist, the latest available data point is used.

    All figures are subject to revision as source organizations update their datasets. For the most authoritative data, we encourage consulting the original sources linked in the table above.

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