In H1 2024, EU wind & solar power reached a record 30%, surpassing fossil fuels for the first time, leading to a 31% decrease in power sector emissions.
European Union wind & solar power reached a record high of 30% in the first half of 2024, surpassing fossil fuels for the first time, according to Ember's analysis. Fossil fuel generation dropped by 17%, leading to a 31% decrease in power sector emissions compared to 2022. This rapid shift has been accelerated by policy changes in EU member states, and renewable energy now surpasses fossil fuels in 13 countries.
July 29, 2024
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