For the first time in history, wind and solar generated more electricity than fossil fuels in the European Union during the first half of 2024, according to a recent <\/a>analysis by the Ember Group<\/a>. <\/a>\nThese renewables accounted for 30% of the electricity produced in the EU, outstripping the 27% generated by fossil sources such as coal and gas, which experienced a 17% drop.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n

This shift marks a milestone in the region’s energy transition. The drop in fossil fuel use coincides with a moderate recovery in electricity demand, which increased by 0.7% after the COVID-19 pandemic and the gas price crisis. However, the growth of renewables,<\/strong> mainly wind and solar, not only offset this increase in demand, but significantly outpaced traditional sources.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n

The decline in coal use was notable, with a reduction of 24%, while natural gas decreased by 14%. These results underline a structural change, where European energy policies are moving towards less reliance on fossil fuels and greater adoption of clean sources. <\/p>\n\n

The report highlights that the increase in electricity generation from wind and solar power is not a seasonal phenomenon. More favourable weather conditions and increased hydropower production contributed, but the main factor was the sustained increase in installed renewable energy capacity.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n

Spain has been one of the most advanced countries in the adoption of renewables. In May 2024, more than 50% of the country’s electricity came from wind and solar sources<\/strong>, a record that confirms the success of its energy policies.<\/p>\n\n

This historic change reinforces the EU’s position as a world leader in the fight against climate change and shows that the transition to an energy system based on renewable energy is not only possible, but also cost-effective and efficient.<\/p>\n\n

At Laragon\/ALL4 we offer software solutions that help companies monitor their decarbonisation targets and optimise their energy diversification strategies<\/a>, monitor their sustainability performance, minimise their environmental footprint and manage safety and operational risks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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