German Institute for Solar Power Generation

Are renewables making up the majority of Germany's electricity generation?

Hendrik Schmidt / picture alliance via Getty Images Renewables are now making up a majority of the net public electricity generation in Germany, according to a new report by the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (Fraunhofer ISE).

Which month has the highest solar power generation in Germany?

Total production increased by around 10.8 TWh or 18 % compared to the previous year. Their share of net public electricity generation was 14 percent. At 8.7 TWh, July 2024 was the month with the highest solar power generation. As in 2023, photovoltaic expansion again ex-ceeded the German government's targets in 2024.

Which energy sources generate the most electricity in Germany?

As Fraunhofer ISE reported, renewable energy sources accounted for 62.7% of the net public electricity generated in Germany in 2024. Wind energy made up the most of this share, comprising 33% of net public electricity generation at 136.4 terawatt hours (TWh).

What is the Institute of solar research?

The research centre brings together specialists from various disciplines and nations. Together, they are driven by the vision of making a significant contribution to a sustainable energy supply. The Institute of Solar Research develops concentrating solar systems for the generation of heat, power and fuel.