China surpasses renewable energy targets while missing nuclear capacity goals

China has consistently exceeded wind and solar deployment targets by years while failing to meet nuclear operating-capacity targets despite ongoing construction and approvals, signaling a widening gap between its renewable and nuclear expan

First covered Jul 25, 2026 · 7:47 AM PT · 1 article

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