Wind and solar overtake fossil fuels in Germany for the first time

In a historic milestone for Germany's energy transition, wind and solar power generated more electricity than fossil fuels for the first time ever in the first half of 2026. Renewables accounted for 57% of the country's electricity production, with wind and solar alone contributing 45%, while coal and gas fell to 43%. The shift underscores Germany's accelerating shift away from fossil fuels, driven by policy support and falling costs.