Energy Profile 2023 - China

Electricity Generation

In China's electricity mix, fossil fuels dominates at 70%, indicating heavy reliance on traditional energy sources like coal and natural gas.

There's a notable effort towards diversification evident in the substantial contributions from hydroelectric power (13%), wind energy (9%), and nuclear power (5%).

Renewable Energy Share

Fossil fuels dominate electricity generation, contributing for 70% of the mix, followed by renewable energy sources at 25% and nuclear energy at 5%.

There is an ongoing substantial investment in renewable energy and nuclear power, underscoring a commitment to transitioning towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources to meet growing energy needs and address environmental concerns.

Data from CEF.