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China’s Coal Share Fell Below Half. Coal Still Grew.

China’s Coal Share Fell Below Half. Coal Still Grew.

Aug 2, 2026 | Policy & Regulations, Renewable Energy, Solar

Coal supplied 49.7% of China’s electricity in the first half of 2026 — the first half-year on record below half. China’s National Energy Administration announced the figure on 30 July, alongside renewables at 41.2% and coal generation of 2.5 trillion kWh....
The BrightVolt Take: Europe’s Solar Problem Is Value

The BrightVolt Take: Europe’s Solar Problem Is Value

Aug 2, 2026 | Policy & Regulations, Renewable Energy, Solar

Solar supplied 25% of EU electricity in June 2026 — 52 TWh, the largest single source, ahead of nuclear, gas, wind, hydro and coal. In the same year, European solar farms captured the lowest share of the wholesale price ever recorded: an average of 38% in spring, down...