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Rebecca Ann Hughes

Clean energy saved EU €51 billion in 2025 by cutting fossil fuel imports - as solar leads the way

Europe made huge energy cost savings in 2025 thanks to reducing its dependence on polluting fossil fuels by driving investment in renewables.

Using wind and solar to generate power meant significantly less reliance on imported oil and gas, according to energy think tank Ember. Europe looks set for further savings in 2026 as renewable energy generation hits record highs thanks to ideal Spring conditions.

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