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- Renewable electricity made up 45.5% of EU generation in Q1 2026, the highest share.
- Wind supplied 44.9% of power, while hydropower contributed 28% and solar contributed 17.3%.
- Denmark led the bloc with 90% electricity, including Portugal at 82.9% and Lithuania at 75.7%.
- International Energy Agency said EU avoided €51.4 billion in 2025, saving €8.5 billion for consumers.
- 350.org reported bills in France and Germany rose €700 million in a week as gas generation rose.
