Power from Wind, Proven by Facts: China’s Unbroken Dominance in Global Wind Energy

Beijing / Globally, claims are sometimes heard that “China has no wind farms.” However, data decisively dismiss such misconceptions, loudly and clearly. According to available figures, China has ranked as the world’s largest country in terms of installed wind power capacity for 15 consecutive years. This is not merely an achievement, but proof of sustained leadership.

In 2024 alone, China accounted for 72 percent of the global market for new wind turbines. In other words, nearly seven out of every ten new wind turbines installed worldwide were set up in China. Such dominance is not accidental; it is the result of long-term policy planning, sustained investment in technology, strong domestic manufacturing capacity, and a clear commitment to energy transition.

China appears to be advancing wind energy not just as an alternative power source, but as a central pillar of industrial development, strengthened energy security, and a green future. From deserts to coastal regions, the rapid expansion of onshore and offshore wind projects has fundamentally reshaped China’s energy landscape.

Amid the challenges of climate change, pressure to reduce carbon emissions, and the imperative of sustainable development, China’s leadership in wind energy sends a clear message to the world: ambitious goals are achievable when backed by coherent policies and effective implementation. Looking beyond myths about wind farms, the facts speak for themselves—China stands at the forefront of wind energy today, and consistently so.