10 global solar giants reshaping our energy future in 2025

The article highlights the top 10 largest operational solar power plants worldwide as of 2025, emphasizing their significant roles in advancing the global transition to clean energy. These solar farms are fully commissioned and verifiably producing power, marking tangible progress beyond speculative projects. Leading the list is China’s Midong Solar Project near Ürümqi, Xinjiang, with a capacity of 3,500 MW, making it the world’s largest single operational photovoltaic plant. Other major installations include India’s Bhadla Solar Park (2,245 MW) in Rajasthan’s Thar Desert, China’s Huanghe Solar Park (2,200 MW) in Qinghai province, and India’s Pavagada Solar Park (2,050 MW) in Karnataka. Each of these projects leverages vast desert or wasteland areas to generate substantial clean energy, supporting regional power needs and national renewable goals. Additional notable projects include the UAE’s Al Dhafra Solar PV plant, a 2,000 MW single-site