Europe's June solar surge crowns it as the EU's top electricity source
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Solar generated a record 52 TWh in June 2026, supplying 25% of EU electricity and becoming the bloc’s largest power source for the month, driven by heat and long sunny days; this follows years of rapid growth and 18 EU countries setting monthly solar records in 2026, with notable shares in Spain (34%), Germany (36%), and Poland (24%).
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