What it is
Ember's flagship annual report tracks the global electricity transition with open data covering 88 countries. Published annually with monthly updates, it provides the clearest picture of how fast clean electricity is displacing fossil fuels worldwide. All data is freely downloadable.
Why we picked this
Ember is the most transparent electricity data source available. Their open-data commitment means anyone can verify their analysis. The monthly updates make it the fastest source for tracking whether the world is on track for clean electricity targets.
Key takeaways
- Wind and solar generated a record share of global electricity in 2023, with solar alone growing by 23% year-on-year.
- The report tracks all 88 countries representing over 95% of global electricity demand, with downloadable data at country and fuel-source level.
- Ember's data has been cited in IPCC reports, IEA publications, and academic research, making it the reference dataset for electricity transition tracking.