It’s a milestone moment that shows just how much clean energy has matured in a short amount of time — and a lot more growth is on the way.

Wind and solar generated more electricity than gas globally for the first time ever in April 2026, according to new Ember data.

Wind and solar generated more electricity than gas globally in April for the first time, marking a major milestone in the world’s clean energy transition.

Wind and solar power surpassed gas-fired generation globally for the first time in April as the Strait of Hormuz crisis disrupted LNG markets and reshaped electricity demand…

It’s a milestone moment that shows just how much clean energy has matured in a short amount of time — and a lot more growth is on the way.

At 531 TWh, electricity generated from wind and solar reached a new global record in April 2026, according to energy think tank Ember. Gas-fired power plants supplied 477 TWh.