Eurostat data show a record low in coal use; Qn-SOLAR highlights efficiency-focused solar technologies.

Renewable energy sources generated 47.3% of the European Union’s electricity in 2024, according to preliminary figures released by Eurostat. The increase was driven by a 7.7% year-on-year rise in renewable electricity production, while fossil fuel-based generation fell to 29.2%. Nuclear energy accounted for 23.4%.

Total renewable energy supply in the EU reached approximately 11.3 million terajoules (TJ) in 2024, representing a 3.4% increase from the previous year. Over the same period, brown coal supply declined by 10% to 199.3 million tons, and hard coal dropped by 13.8% to 110.9 million tons — the lowest levels recorded since Eurostat began collecting energy statistics.

Data from SolarPower Europe shows that installed solar PV capacity in the EU reached 334 GW by the end of 2024, consolidating solar’s position as the fastest-growing renewable energy source in the region.

In parallel, the European Commission has proposed a legally binding target to reduce net greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040, compared to 1990 levels. The measure is intended to guide policy and investment toward the EU’s 2050 climate neutrality goals.

Qn-SOLAR Supports the Transition with High-Efficiency Module Solutions

Qn-SOLAR, a global manufacturer of photovoltaic modules, supports the EU’s clean energy ambitions through its range of TOPCon products and perovskite-based technologies.

“As global markets push for greater output and reliability, module efficiency is taking center stage,” said a representative from Qn-SOLAR. “Our standardized TOPCon lines deliver consistent, scalable performance, and our perovskite R&D is focused on improving performance under low-light and floating conditions.”

Qn-SOLAR’s perovskite modules are being developed for applications such as waterborne solar, urban integration, and biomimetic designs.

Looking Ahead

The EU’s clean energy progress reflects a broader global movement. Solar energy is evolving from a supplementary source into a core component of electricity systems. Qn-SOLAR will continue to invest in high-efficiency technologies and scenario-based innovation to support the global energy transition.