China added approximately 22 gigawatts of new solar power capacity in November,marking the highest monthly total in six months,according to data released by the National Energy Administration on Friday.This figure represents a strong recovery in installations toward the end of the year.
The November additions,while substantial,remain below the 25 gigawatts installed during the same month last year.The increase aligns with a common industry pattern in which developers accelerate project completion before the calendar year ends to meet construction timelines and targets.
Earlier in 2025,solar installations experienced a significant peak,reaching a record 93 gigawatts in May.This surge occurred in anticipation of upcoming policy adjustments,leading to front-loaded activity.As a result,monthly additions declined noticeably from June through August before beginning to rebound in September.
The strong November performance is also attributed to state-owned enterprises working to finalize projects ahead of the conclusion of the nation's 14th Five-Year Plan.Authorities are expected to release details of the next five-year plan in March.
Industry analysis from BloombergNEF indicates an adjustment to expectations for future growth.The organization has revised its forecast for China's 2025 solar installations downward by 9 percent to 372 gigawatts.It also projects a 14 percent decrease in 2026,reflecting the impact of various policy developments that have moderated the pace of demand expansion in the sector.
In addition to solar,China installed 12.5 gigawatts of wind power capacity during November,as reported by the National Energy Administration.
The November data highlights the continued momentum in China's renewable energy development,particularly in solar,as the country approaches the transition to its next planning period.The recovery in installations demonstrates the sector's ability to adapt to changing conditions and maintain progress toward long-term energy goals.
These figures contribute to China's ongoing efforts to expand clean energy capacity and support the broader shift toward sustainable power generation.The combination of solar and wind additions in November underscores the scale of recent activity in the renewable sector,even as the industry prepares for evolving policy frameworks in the coming years.
Overall,the end-of-year uptick reflects both seasonal factors and strategic project timing by developers and state-owned entities.The data provides a positive note as China continues to strengthen its position as a global leader in renewable energy deployment.
