BRICS nations accounted for 51% of global solar electricity generation in 2024, up from 15% a decade ago, according to a report by energy think tank Ember.

China led with 834 TWh, followed by India at 133 TWh—a fourfold rise since 2019—and Brazil with 75 TWh, surpassing Germany. Solar met 36% of the bloc's electricity demand growth in 2024, while clean energy sources, including wind, hydro, and nuclear, covered 70%. China achieved 82% of its electricity growth through clean sources, with solar alone contributing 41%. India and Brazil also saw significant solar growth of 32% and 35%, respectively. However, progress remains uneven, with Russia, Indonesia, and Egypt still heavily reliant on fossil fuels. Falling battery storage costs are enhancing solar viability, especially in countries like South Africa. Ember emphasized that BRICS nations are now central to the global clean energy transition, offering a strategic opportunity to boost energy security and sustainability.