European coal fired generation falls to record low as wind and solar overtake fossil power

Coal fired generation declines as wind and solar overtake fossil power in the EU electricity mix

Coal fired generation in the EU fell to a new historic low in 2025 as wind and solar overtook fossil fuels in the electricity mix for the first time. While coal remains present in a small number of markets, its role in EU power generation is becoming increasingly marginal. Coal fired generation across the EU declined further in 2025, reflecting […]

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