Spain’s Renewable Energy Hits 60% in 2024

July 3, 2024

Spain made a lot of progress in producing renewable energy in the first half of 2024. By the end of the month, almost 60% of its electricity came from green sources. The latest information from Redeia, the company that runs the national grid, shows that this goal was met thanks to more water plants and more solar capacity.

Breakdown of Renewable Energy Contributions

Spain is becoming more dependent on green energy sources, which is shown by big increases in energy output from many sources. Wind energy is still a big part of the power grid, providing 24.4% of all electricity, which is a little more than last year. The share of solar energy has grown more significantly, from 13.8% to 16.3%. It was in electricity that the rise was the biggest, from 9.8% to 15.9% because of good weather.

Future Goals and Non-renewable Sources

The Spanish government has a big goal by 2030, 80% of the country’s energy will come from clean sources. Based on data from the first half of 2024, Spain is already getting close to this goal. Nearly 80% of its power comes from renewable and other carbon-free sources, such as nuclear energy. Nuclear power, which is Spain’s main non-renewable energy source at the moment, made up 18.6% of the total energy mix.

Strategic Impact

Not only do these changes show a move toward cleaner energy, but they also show how Spain is living up to its strategic promises in its national energy plan. If the plan is carried out well, it should lower carbon emissions, make the country less reliant on energy imports, and keep power prices stable, which will be good for both the economy and the environment.

About Renewable Energy Sources in Spain

Renewable Leader: Spain is the world leader in green energy. In 2023, solar PV will provide 36% of the country’s electricity, making it a net exporter of energy. Using a €6.9 billion EU recovery fund, the country has promised to get 74% of its energy from renewable sources by 2030.
Wind Power: In Andalusia, Spain built ISOVER BULNES, which is Europe’s biggest wind farm. This big push for wind energy is part of Spain’s plan to improve its infrastructure for green energy in a wider sense.
Green Hydrogen: As part of its Hydrogen Roadmap, Spain is putting money into green hydrogen and plans to produce 4GW by 2030. Innovative geothermal energy projects are being run in Málaga’s Guadalhorce Valley, which shows a move toward more green energy sources.

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