# Germany news: Solar power production approaches record high

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/germany-news-solar-power-production-approaches-record-high/
- Published: 2026-11-14T11:22:00+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-14T12:24:15+00:00
- Original publisher: DW (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-solar-power-production-approaches-record-high/live-79947500?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
- Topics: Europe, World

## Key points

- Germany’s solar output has surpassed its 2025 total.
- 2026 generation could exceed 100 terawatt-hours.
- Economists warn that rising borrowing threatens the budget.

## Summary

Germany’s solar output has already exceeded its total for all of 2025, putting it on course for a new annual record. The rise reflects unusually sunny weather and more photovoltaic installations, and marks the technology’s growing role in the country’s electricity supply.

By 27 September, solar generation had reached 90.2 terawatt-hours, with more than 100 terawatt-hours expected for 2026. Solar provided 17.8% of domestically generated electricity, ranking third behind wind and coal. Separately, economists warned of a possible budget crisis: lawmakers approved a provisional 2027 budget with about €210 billion in new borrowing and €561 billion in core spending.

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