Emissions from the energy sector in the European Union fell sharper in 2023 than ever before, according to a new report from Ember published on Wednesday. “Fossil fuels are playing a smaller role than ever as a system with wind and solar as its backbone comes into view,” said Sarah Brown, an expert with the climate and energy think tank. According to a report, the 19% drop in emissions is partly due to major reductions in electricity generation from coal and gas – falling 26% and 15% respectively. Ember reported that fossil fuels now account for less than a third of the EU’s electricity genera…