Solar overtakes coal in the EU, and gas declines for 5th year running

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Photo: HANSAINVEST Real Assets Solar generated11%of EU electricity in 2024, overtaking coal which fell below 10% for the first time, according to the European Electricity Review published today by think tank Ember. EU gas generation declined for the fifth year in a row, and total fossil generation fell to a historic low. Fossil fuels are losing their grip on EU energy, said Dr Chris Rosslowe, senior analyst and lead author of the report.

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Photo: HANSAINVEST Real Assets Solar generated11%of EU electricity in 2024, overtaking coal which fell below 10% for the first time, according to the European Electricity Review published today by think tank Ember. EU gas generation declined for the fifth year in a row, and total fossil generation fell to a historic low. Fossil fuels are losing their grip on EU energy, said Dr Chris Rosslowe, senior analyst and lead author of the report.

Brought to you by: EV Driven

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