Solar power tops EU electricity generation for June 2026

Solar energy became the largest single source of electricity in the European Union during June 2026, according to an analysis by energy research center Ember.

• Solar power provided 25% of total EU electricity in June, surpassing nuclear at 21% and gas at 15%.
• Germany set a record with solar accounting for 36% of its electricity generation in June, up from 33% in May.
• This is the third time solar has led EU electricity sources, following May 2026 and June 2025.
• The increase in solar output coincided with higher demand for air conditioning during heatwaves across Europe.