Europe Hits a Historic Solar Milestone — and Coal Falls to Record Lows

Last month, something extraordinary happened: for the first time in history, solar power generated more electricity than any other source in the EU. In June 2025, solar made up 22.1% of the electricity mix, overtaking nuclear and leaving fossil fuels far behind.

Thirteen EU countries set new solar records — with the Netherlands (40.5%) and Greece (35.1%) leading the way — while coal fell to its lowest share ever at just 6.1%. Ten EU nations didn’t use coal at all, including Ireland, which officially shut its last coal plant.

This isn’t just about sunny weather — it’s about years of investment, political will, and public support for renewables finally paying off. It’s proof that energy transitions can happen faster than we think when we align technology, policy, and community action.

For me, this moment is monumental. It shows that clean energy isn’t a far-off dream — it’s here, now, reshaping how nations power themselves. And it’s a powerful reminder that the biggest climate wins often come from collective, sustained effort.

If Europe can shift its electricity grid toward the sun and wind in just over a decade, imagine what the rest of the world can achieve with urgency, creativity, and cooperation. The age of fossil fuels is ending — and the future is bright.

Source: https://www.euronews.com/green/2025/07/10/europe-is-becoming-a-solar-powerhouse-solar-tops-eu-electricity-as-coal-sinks-to-new-low