The Global Wind Energy Council has called on governments to back up new renewable targets with action following a wave of updated climate commitments at the United Nations this week.
Almost 100 countries signalled new or updated nationally determined contributions, with more than 75% including quantified targets for renewable deployment, according to GWEC. The commitments reaffirm support for the global pledge to triple renewable capacity by 2030.
GWEC said wind is now a cornerstone of energy security and growth, supplying more than 1.1TWh of electricity worldwide and supporting 1.5m jobs across 124 countries.
The group pointed out that more than 90% of renewable power added last year was cheaper than fossil alternatives, with onshore wind costing less than half the price of the lowest fossil option.
Ahead of COP30 in Brazil, GWEC said governments must address barriers to delivery by speeding up planning and permitting, scaling finance for emerging economies and embedding renewable goals in national strategies.
It also urged policymakers to prioritise investment in grids and storage to ensure targets translate into real-world delivery.
GWEC added that investment momentum remains strong, with global spending on new renewable energy projects reaching $386bn in the first half of 2025, according to BloombergNEF.