MATT OLBERDING
Lincoln Journal Star
Renewable energy was the biggest source of electricity in the European Union for the first time ever in 2020. The news comes from a report published by energy think tanks, Ember and Agora Energiewende Renewables. According to the report, renewables powered 38% of electricity in the EU last year while fossil fuels dipped to 37%. Germany, Spain and the UK also reached the goal individually during the year. Wind and solar in particular saw a big increase. Together they provided one-fifth of Europe’s power. However, wind and solar generation growth must nearly triple to reach Europe’s 2030 green deal targets. The economic recovery after the pandemic must not be allowed to slow down climate protection, Dr. Patrick…
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