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Spain Drives Record 2025 European Wildfires, Carbon, Solar Gains

4/30/2026

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Europe burned a record 1,034,550 hectares in 2025, driven largely by Spain’s wildfires.
Wildfires released a record 47 million tonnes of carbon, half of which originated in Spain.
Over 95% of Europe recorded above-average heat, while Scandinavia saw 21 days above 30 °C inside the Arctic Circle.
Renewable energy supplied 46% of Europe’s electricity in 2025, with solar power reaching a record 12.5% share.

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Story summary

Europe burned a record 1,034,550 hectares in 2025, driven largely by Spain’s wildfires.
Wildfires released a record 47 million tonnes of carbon, half of which originated in Spain.
Over 95% of Europe recorded above-average heat, while Scandinavia saw 21 days above 30 °C inside the Arctic Circle.
Renewable energy supplied 46% of Europe’s electricity in 2025, with solar power reaching a record 12.5% share.