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Wind and solar energy surpassed fossil fuels in the European Union for the first time in 2025, generating 30% of power compared to fossil fuels' 29%. Solar energy is expanding rapidly across all EU countries, with some nations getting over 20% of their power from solar alone. Coal is in retreat, with 19 countries using less than 5% coal power and both Ireland and Finland shutting down their last coal plants. However, drought is reducing hydropower output, leading to increased natural gas usage. Battery technology is beginning to displace natural gas during evening peak demand hours, potentially stabilizing energy prices.

In Europe, Wind and Solar Overtake Fossil Fuels