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Visualizing How the G20 Generates Electricity
This graphic shows how much electricity is generated from renewable sources among G20 countries. The data is based on Ember’s yearly and monthly electricity reports as of 2023. Data for Saudi Arabia is not available. The global average for renewable electricity is 30%, but nearly half of the G20 countries fall below this average. Brazil leads the G20 in renewable electricity, with 89% of its power generated from renewables in 2023. The country’s high share of renewables is due to its robust hydroelectric base and rapid expansion of solar and wind energy. Canada, in second place, generates 66% of its electricity ... (full story)