Nearly 23% of EU energy sourced from renewables
In 2022, the EU saw an increase in the share of renewables in its gross final energy consumption, reaching 23%
Renewable energy comprised 23% of the total energy consumed in the EU in 2022.
This marks a 1.1 percentage points (pp) rise from 2021.
The revised Renewable Energy Directive has elevated the EU’s 2030 renewable energy target from 32% to 42.5%, to further increase it to 45%.
Consequently, EU member countries must enhance their efforts to collectively meet the new 2030 target, necessitating a nearly 20 pp increase in the share of renewable energy sources in the EU’s gross final energy consumption.
According to Eurostat, Sweden led among EU nations, with 66% of its gross final energy consumption in 2022 derived from renewables, primarily hydro, wind, solid and liquid biofuels, along with heat pumps.
Finland followed at 47.9%, relying on hydro, wind and solid biofuels, while Latvia recorded 43.3%, mainly dependent on hydro.
Denmark (41.6%) and Estonia (38.5%) primarily sourced renewables from wind and solid biofuels. Portugal (34.7%) utilised solid biofuels, wind, hydro and heat pumps, whereas Austria (33.8%) mainly relied on hydro and solid biofuels.
Official data suggests the lowest proportions of renewables were observed in Ireland (13.1%), Malta (13.4%), Belgium (13.8%) and Luxembourg (14.4%).
Renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power, offer a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to traditional fossil fuels.
These sources generate electricity without emitting greenhouse gases, significantly reducing carbon emissions and combating climate change.
Additionally, renewable energy promotes energy independence, diversifying the energy mix and reducing reliance on finite resources, contributing to a more resilient and secure energy future.
Moreover, the continued expansion of renewable energy infrastructure presents an opportunity for job creation and economic growth while fostering innovation in the global energy landscape.
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