Solar Tops Eu Power Mix First Time June Ember Says
ReutersJUN 29
Solar power's dominance proves renewable energy can reliably meet Europe's growing electricity needs. Record solar generation helped manage heatwave demand spikes while coal usage plummeted to historic lows. This milestone demonstrates the EU's successful energy transition away from fossil fuels toward clean, sustainable power sources.
Despite solar records, fossil fuel dependency actually increased 13% in early 2025 due to unreliable renewables. Wind generation fell significantly, forcing greater reliance on gas to maintain grid stability. Overall renewable energy contribution dropped from 358.1 TWh to 344.4 TWh, highlighting intermittency challenges.
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