China adds 315 GW of solar in 2025 - pv magazine Globalpv magazine Global reports China added a record 315.07 GW of solar and 119.33 GW of wind in 2025, with non-fossil capacity overtaking thermal for the first time, reaching 60.4% of installed power. Most forecasters expect 2026 installations to decline, with the China Photovoltaic Industry Association pointing to a drop of around 20% to 25%.