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In 2025, renewable energy sources, particularly wind and solar, produced more electricity than fossil fuels in the EU, marking a historic milestone. Despite this achievement, fossil fuel combustion still accounts for about 75% of the EU's greenhouse gas emissions.

A study highlights the challenges of achieving complete fossil fuel phase-out by 2050, citing economic and feasibility concerns. While fossil fuel use is expected to decrease significantly, complete elimination seems unlikely due to reliance on fossil fuels in various industries. The transition raises environmental concerns regarding rare metal extraction for renewable technologies.