In 2024, the solar power generation in Europe will exceed that of coal

According to climate think tank Ember, solar power will account for 11% of the EU's electricity generation in 2024, while coal-fired power will account for 10%. Fossil gases have decreased for the fifth consecutive year, accounting for 16%. Wind and solar energy together account for 29%, while hydropower and nuclear energy are on the rise. Currently, coal is still the main source of industrial power generation in Europe, but it has been declining since reaching its peak in 2007, while clean energy is thriving. Currently, the amount of sunlight in Europe is decreasing, and solar power mainly comes from newly installed solar panels.

Data shows that in 2024, among the 17 countries in Europe that are still using coal, 16 countries are experiencing a decline in coal share. Germany and Poland are the two largest coal consuming countries in Europe, both of which have started using clean energy. In 2024, the share of coal in the German power grid will decrease by 17% year on year, and that in Poland will decrease by 8%. Fossil natural gas power generation is also showing a downward trend, with 14 out of 26 countries using natural gas for power generation experiencing a decline.

Although the Ukrainian crisis has led to a significant decline in electricity demand for two consecutive years, there will be a slight increase in electricity demand in 2024. To address this situation, the EU has launched various plans aimed at using clean energy and accelerating energy conservation and emission reduction. It is reported that by 2025, the installed solar capacity in the European Union is expected to reach 400GW. By 2024, the installed solar capacity in the European Union will reach 338GW. If this growth rate is maintained, it is expected to achieve the 750GW target by 2030.