What percentage of Uruguay's electricity is renewable?

Renewables accounted for 99% of Uruguay’s electricity generation in 2024, according to preliminary energy balance data published by the country’s ministry of industry, energy and mining on Friday. Cardal transmission line in Uruguay. Image by Invenergy (invenergy.com)

Why is Uruguay a'relative energy sovereignty'?

Once reliant on exorbitantly priced fossil fuel imports for nearly half of its energy needs, Uruguay has gone from suffering frequent blackouts and power cuts to relative energy sovereignty based almost entirely on electricity generated from a stable mix of wind, solar, hydroelectric, and bioenergy sources.

When will Uruguay's energy balance be released?

Uruguay's full national energy balance for 2024 will be released in mid-year. Renewables accounted for 99% of Uruguay’s electricity generation in 2024, according to preliminary energy balance data published by the country’s ministry of industry, energy and mining on Friday.

Should Uruguay use nuclear or solar power?

Both nuclear and solar power offer reliable, scalable options to complement current energy sources, reduce dependency on external factors like rainfall or fuel supply, and strengthen Uruguay’s green energy infrastructure. Uruguay's journey with low-carbon electricity has seen significant developments over the decades, particularly in hydropower.

How does Uruguay get its electricity?

To this day, Uruguay continues to rely heavily on its dams, including the imposing Salto Grande on the Río Uruguay, whose power is shared with Argentina, and several on the Río Negro. For decades, electricity from those dams and from generators running on gas and oil imported largely from Argentina and Brazil met Uruguayans’ energy needs.

Why did electricity production rise 34% in Uruguay?

Cardal transmission line in Uruguay. Image by Invenergy (invenergy.com) Electricity production rose by 34% year-on-year, driven by strong performances from public utilities and industrial self-generation, the report from the National Directorate of Energy (DNE) said.