What percentage of Hungary's energy is renewable?

According to preliminary estimates from the Hungarian Energy and Public Utility Regulatory Authority (MEKH), renewables contributed for 19.2 percent of Hungary’s energy generation in 2021. Among renewable sources, solar generated the most with 3,793 GWh, a 54.3% increase since 2020.

How much energy does Hungary produce?

Hungary’s primary energy production has followed a decreasing trend over the past decade, totaling approximately 449 petajoules in 2022. During the same year, Hungary sourced most of its electricity from nuclear power plants, accounting for 45 percent of the total electricity generation.

Where does Hungary get its electricity from?

During the same year, Hungary sourced most of its electricity from nuclear power plants, accounting for 45 percent of the total electricity generation. Fossil fuels, such as natural gas and coal, were the second most-used source of power in the country.

Which country provides most of Hungary's natural gas?

Russia provides 75 percent of Hungary’s natural gas. Hungary also receives 60-80 percent of its oil and 100 percent of its nuclear fuel from Russia. Market overview, sub-sectors, and trade data. Power Generation Source: Hungarian Energy and Public Utility Regulatory Authority 2022

Can Hungarian gas consumption be reduced by 37%?

This exceeds by far the set wind energy targets for 2030. Our study, supported by modeling, questionnaires, interviews and statistical analysis, found that Hungarian gas consumption can be reduced by up to 37% by 2030 compared to the starting value of 2021 without any special efforts. Is border carbon adjustment the right tool for the power sector?

Will Hungary build a new nuclear power plant?

Hungary is planning to construct a new nuclear power plant. Although renewable energy generation has expanded significantly, the sector's growth has been slowed down recently due to the lack of sufficient grid connection points.