Renewable energy is enough to provide 1/4 of the world's electricity demand

According to the energy policy network REN21, a record investment in clean energy in 2015 has made the largest annual increase in the ability to generate renewable energy.

2015 is a completely bumper year for renewable energy. A global clean energy status report highlighted how 2015 became a record year for the industry. The report also revealed that renewable energy currently can meet almost a quarter of the world's energy needs.

Renewable energy is enough to provide 1/4 of the world's electricity demand.

According to the energy policy network REN21, a record investment in clean energy in 2015 has made the largest annual increase in the ability to generate renewable energy. An estimated 147 gigawatts (GW) are added to the global grid, suggesting that by the end of 2015 renewable energy capacity could shoulder up to 23.7 percent of global electricity demand.

Christine Lins executive secretary REN21 said: "What is really remarkable about this result is that they reach a record at the time when fossil fuel prices are historically low, and renewable energy still meets Significant disadvantages of government subsidies For every dollar used to boost renewable energy development, nearly $ 4 has been spent to maintain dependence on fossil fuels. "

Among new investments in renewable energy, wind and solar accounted for 77% , hydroelectricity accounted for most of the rest. Employment in the renewable energy industry is growing, currently 8.1 million workers are working around the world.