Renewable Energy Consumption: North Macedonia

Analysis# North Macedonia Renewable Energy Consumption North Macedonia sourced 19.5% of its total energy consumption from renewable sources in 2021, reflecting a dramatic transformation since 1990 when renewables accounted for just 2.4%. This represents a 712.5% increase over three decades. The country reached its all-time peak of 23.9% in 2015, demonstrating significant renewable capacity development during the mid-2010s. The trajectory since 2015 reveals volatility rather than sustained growth. After peaking in 2015, renewable energy consumption declined to 17% by 2019, before rebounding to 20% in 2020 and settling at 19.5% in 2021. This fluctuation suggests renewable generation remains sensitive to annual weather patterns and hydroelectric conditions. While current levels remain below the 2015 peak, North Macedonia's renewable share substantially exceeds historical baselines, indicating genuine infrastructure progress despite recent year-to-year variations.