Renewable Energy Consumption: Colombia

Analysis# Colombia Renewable Energy Consumption Colombia's renewable energy consumption stood at 29.7% of total energy in 2021, reflecting a significant decline from its all-time peak of 38.1% in 1990. Over the past three decades, the country has experienced a 22% drop in renewable energy's share of its energy mix, though current levels remain well above the historical low of 25.7% recorded in 1997. This downward trajectory suggests a gradual shift toward conventional energy sources despite renewable resources' continued importance in Colombia's energy portfolio. The period from 2012 to 2020 reveals considerable volatility, with consumption fluctuating between 29.6% and 32.2%. A notable spike occurred in 2013 and 2014, when renewable consumption reached 32.1%, yet this momentum did not sustain. The sharp drop to 29.7% in 2021 marks the lowest point since 2012, indicating a potential shift toward non-renewable energy sources or changing hydroelectric output patterns in recent years.