Wind and solar overtook fossil fuels for EU power generation in 2025, report finds

A report by the Ember thinktank found that wind and solar energy overtook fossil fuels for power generation in the European Union in 2025, marking a significant shift towards clean energy. Solar energy, in particular, saw a record 13% of EU power, while wind turbines remained the second-largest source at 17%. The report highlights the need for modernizing electricity grids to incorporate renewable energy and the potential for batteries to meet evening peaks in electricity demand.