Why is wind energy important in Portugal?

Wind energy remains a crucial component of Portugal’s electricity production, accounting for 25% of the total. Meanwhile, the rapid expansion of hydroelectric and solar energy capacity is helping Portugal meet growing energy demands in a sustainable way.

How many GWh of electricity is produced in Portugal?

Between January 1st and May 31st of 2023, 18,751 GWh of electricity were generated from Continental Portugal, from which 73.2% came from natural resources (sources (30.5% wind, 28.30% hydro, 7.6% bioenergy and 6.8% solar). Other sources include: Natural Gas (15.9%), Fossil CHP (4.7%), and Pumped Storage (6.2%).

Will offshore wind power reduce Portugal's energy dependence?

The Portuguese Minister of Environment and Climate Action Duarte Cordeiro claimed that developing hydrogen and offshore wind power will allow the country to reduce its energy dependence.

Is there nuclear energy production in Portugal?

There is no nuclear energy production in Portugal. While Portugal has one research reactor, it has been without nuclear fuel since early 2019 and will be decommissioned. No nuclear energy activities are planned in the future in Portugal, according to the European Nuclear Safety Regulators Group.

How much energy does Portugal import from Russia?

With the invasion of Ukraine by Russia, most of Europe has fallen into disarray trying to mitigate an energy crisis. However, while the majority coming into the EU came from Russia, Portugal only imports 5% of its energy from the country. Nevertheless, this brought to light that Portugal relies heavily on imported energy.