China rapidly expands wind power capacity: Here's what you need to know about the global energy transition this week

Mar 9, 2023

Energy transition: China generated 46% more wind power than the whole of Europe in 2022. Image: REUTERS/Carlos Garcia Rawlins

Roberto Bocca

Head of the Centre for Energy and Materials, Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum

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