Countries by Renewable Electricity Share 2024

About This Dataset

The chart presents the share of renewable electricity generation in various countries for the year 2024. Leading the list is Iceland with an impressive 99.9%, followed closely by Norway at 98.5%. Other notable entries include Albania at 97.1% and Costa Rica at 95.3%, showcasing a strong commitment to renewable energy sources.

✨ AI Insight

The data reveals a significant commitment to renewable energy among the top countries, with Iceland and Norway nearly achieving complete reliance on renewable sources. The gap between these leaders and countries like Uruguay (87.4%) and Ethiopia (85.2%) indicates a robust framework for renewable energy infrastructure in the former. Factors contributing to these high percentages may include abundant natural resources, government policies favoring renewable energy, and public support for sustainability initiatives. Interestingly, while countries like Paraguay and Tajikistan also show strong renewable shares (93.1% and 90.7%, respectively), their reliance on hydropower highlights the importance of specific energy sources in achieving these figures.

Source: International Energy Agency

Key Findings

Auto-computed highlights from this dataset

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Iceland leads with 100 in 2024.

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Average value in 2024: 93 · median: 94.

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Gap in 2024: Iceland is 1.2× larger than Ethiopia.