Solar Power Reaches Record 25% Share of EU Electricity in June

Solar energy supplied a quarter of the European Union's electricity in June 2026, a new high according to data released today by energy think tank Ember.

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Solar energy accounted for 25% of the European Union's electricity generation in June 2026, according to data released today by energy think tank Ember. This marks a record share for solar power in the bloc's electricity mix.

The figures, published on 15 July 2026, show that solar output reached unprecedented levels during the month. Ember's analysis highlights the growing contribution of renewable energy to the EU's power supply.