According to the 2026 Global Wind Report from the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), a record 165 GW of new wind capacity was added in 2025, a 40% increase over 2024, driven heavily by China's record 120.5 GW contribution. This surge brings total global wind capacity to 1,299 GW, with 80% of new capacity added in the Asia Pacific region.

According to the 2026 Global Wind Report from the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), a record 165 GW of new wind capacity was added in 2025, a 40% increase over 2024, driven heavily by China's record 120.5 GW contribution. This surge brings total global wind capacity to 1,299 GW, with 80% of new capacity added in the Asia Pacific region. 

Key highlights from the 2025 global wind market:
Top Markets: 
China, USA (6.9 GW), 
India (6.3 GW), 
Germany (5.7 GW), and 
Brazil (2.3 GW) led the market, accounting for 86% of global additions.
Onshore Growth: -
Onshore wind saw massive growth, adding 155.3 GW.
Offshore Segment: -
Offshore wind capacity grew by 16% to 9.3 GW, with China leading with 6.6 GW.
Market Dynamics: -
Total global capacity reached 1,299 GW, but experts note the need to nearly double current installation levels to meet 2030 climate goals.
Regional Milestones: -
The Middle East saw rapid growth with a record-low cost project in Saudi Arabia, and Africa/Middle East showing renewed momentum.
Global Wind Installations Rise Record 40% as Industry Charts .
   Onshore wind market rapidly expands China dominated new onshore wind installations in 2025, adding more than 110 GW, or 73% of the global total.

MJF Lion ER YK Sharma 

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