EU Renewable Energy Reaches 47%, Outpacing Texas
Renewable energy sources provided 46.9% of the EU’s net electricity generation in 2024, with significant variation across member states. Denmark led with 88.4% renewable electricity, primarily from wind, while Luxembourg had the lowest share at 5.1%. Wind and hydro dominated renewable generation, comprising over two-thirds of the total, followed by solar power. The remaining renewable electricity came from combustible fuels and geothermal sources.
John Q. Hosedrinker