In 2025, Lithuania's electricity landscape highlights a significant reliance on low-carbon sources, which make up more than half of its electricity consumption. Specifically, a substantial 30% is generated from wind power, and about 13% from solar energy. Even though fossil fuel sources, predominantly gas, account for a modest 11%, the country also leans on net imports for over a quarter of its electricity. Additionally, biofuels and hydropower contribute smaller portions, reinforcing Lithuania's commitment to a greener energy mix. This diversified portfolio marks a promising trend in reducing carbon emissions and mitigating climate change impacts.
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Is Electricity Growing in Lithuania?
The electricity consumption per person in Lithuania has declined significantly from its peak in 1991. Comparing the data from then to 2025, there's been a reduction of over 3500 kWh/person, pointing towards a noticeable decrease in overall consumption levels. Similarly, the production of low-carbon electricity has shrunk from its previous high in 2003, showing a reduction of nearly 2400 kWh/person. This trend is concerning in terms of meeting future demands and moving away from fossil fuels. It's critical for Lithuania to revitalize and increase its low-carbon electricity generation to not only surpass past levels but also to accelerate green energy adoption in the coming years.
Suggestions
To bolster low-carbon electricity generation, Lithuania should focus on expanding its existing wind and solar capabilities, given their established presence. Looking at global leaders, Denmark’s impressive 59% of electricity from wind and South Dakota's 56% serve as successful models for maximizing wind energy potential. Furthermore, considering the examples set by France and Slovakia, where nuclear comprises a substantial portion of their power, Lithuania could consider integrating nuclear energy into its electricity generation strategy to ensure a reliable and clean energy supply. Countries like Arizona and California also highlight the potential of solar energy with substantial portions of their electricity mix, demonstrating that a stronger emphasis on solar could further enhance Lithuania’s green portfolio.
History
Lithuania’s historical shifts in low-carbon electricity generation, particularly from nuclear power, illustrate a volatile yet pivotal timeline. In the late 1980s and into the early 1990s, nuclear energy was on the rise, contributing significant increases annually. However, the mid-1990s witnessed some reductions, indicating fluctuations in strategy or capability. The early 2000s again saw a positive uptick in nuclear energy, only to decline sharply in the mid-2000s, culminating in a notable drop in 2005. Such marked decreases in nuclear output have impeded progress towards a robust low-carbon mix. Contrastingly, recent growth in wind and solar capacities in 2023 and 2025 suggests a reinvigorated effort to harness sustainable sources. For Lithuania to secure an energy-resilient future, it is crucial to stabilize these fluctuations and leverage both nuclear and solar power's potential comprehensively.
