For the first time in its history, the European Union received more energy from solar power plants than from burning coal. Such data leads Ember, a think tank that researches EU climate policy.
“Solar power became the main factor in reducing the use of fossil fuels in 2024. It provided 11.1% of electricity in the EU (304 TWh), surpassing coal for the first time (269 TWh)”, – the message says.
Solar energy production continues to grow in EU countries. In 2024, solar and wind farms provided a record 29% of the EU’s electricity demand. Gas power plants provided 15.7%, coal – 9.8%, nuclear power – 23.7%, and hydropower – 13.2%. Renewable energy sources already account for almost half (47%) of the total electricity production in the EU.
We will remind that in the United Arab Emirates, the world’s first 24-hour renewable energy facility was launched. It combines solar panels with an advanced battery, providing a continuous supply of clean energy day and night.
