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Solar buoyed Europe’s grid amid record-breaking heat and drought this summer

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Europe experienced record-breaking heat and drought conditions throughout the summer, with June marking the hottest on record for the continent. These environmental challenges resulted in significantly lowered river levels and placed substantial strain on public health and regional infrastructure.

Amid these dual crises, solar energy production served as a critical support for the European power grid. The increased reliance on solar power helped stabilize the energy supply during a period when traditional power generation methods faced limitations due to the extreme weather conditions.

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