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Solar Surges to 11% of EU Power, Coal Plummets

2/3/2025

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In a remarkable shift towards sustainability, solar panels powered 11% of the EU's electricity in 2024, edging out coal at 10%. With solar capacity soaring to 338 GW, the EU is on track to meet its ambitious 2025 target of 400 GW. Meanwhile, fossil fuel use continues to plummet, with coal consumption down a staggering 68% since 2003. Together, wind and solar now contribute to 29% of the region's electricity production.

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In a remarkable shift towards sustainability, solar panels powered 11% of the EU's electricity in 2024, edging out coal at 10%. With solar capacity soaring to 338 GW, the EU is on track to meet its ambitious 2025 target of 400 GW. Meanwhile, fossil fuel use continues to plummet, with coal consumption down a staggering 68% since 2003. Together, wind and solar now contribute to 29% of the region's electricity production.