China's Energy Consumption Per Person Outstrips Europe, Led by Tech and Renewables

China’s per capita energy use surpassed Europe’s for the first time last year, driven by technology and manufacturing demands. While China increased coal-fired generation, it also led in adding renewable energy capacity, reducing its carbon intensity. This shift highlights a global decarbonization challenge, as declining fossil fuel use in Europe may increase emissions in manufacturing-heavy regions like China and India.