World’s 10 biggest solar power projects transforming energy future

The article highlights the world’s top 10 largest operational solar power plants as of 2025, emphasizing their significant role in advancing the global clean energy transition. Leading the list is China’s Gonghe Talatan Solar Park with a massive capacity of 15,600 MW, reflecting China’s aggressive expansion in solar infrastructure to meet emissions targets. Other major Chinese projects include the Midong solar project (3,500 MW) and Huanghe Solar Park (2,200 MW), both situated in desert regions and contributing substantially to the country’s renewable energy output. India also features prominently with the Bhadla Solar Park (2,245 MW) in Rajasthan and the Pavagada Shakti Solar Park (2,050 MW) in Karnataka, both strategically located in high-irradiation areas and developed through phased commissioning. The UAE’s Al Dhafra Solar PV plant (2,000 MW) stands out as the largest single-site solar PV installation globally, operational since mid-2023 and capable