Key facts
- EU electricity from renewables was 45.5% in Q1 2026.
- EU electricity from renewables was 42.7% in Q1 2025.
- Denmark, Portugal, and Lithuania have the highest shares of renewable electricity.
- Wind and hydropower are key drivers of renewable energy growth.
- The shift to renewables is reducing energy bills.
- The shift to renewables is reducing fossil fuel imports.
In the first quarter of 2026, the European Union generated 45.5% of its electricity from renewable sources, marking a significant increase from the 42.7% recorded in the first quarter of 2025. This upward trend highlights the bloc's ongoing commitment to transitioning towards cleaner energy. Denmark, Portugal, and Lithuania are leading the charge, reporting the highest shares of renewable electricity generation. The primary renewable sources driving this progress are wind and hydropower, which have seen substantial development and deployment across member states. The increased reliance on renewables is having a tangible impact on the EU's energy landscape. Notably, this shift is contributing to a reduction in energy bills for consumers and a decrease in the bloc's dependence on imported fossil fuels, thereby enhancing energy security.