Malta's electricity consumption over the period from April 2025 to March 2026 shows a heavy reliance on fossil fuels, which account for more than 80% of the total electricity generated, with gas alone contributing a similar percentage. Low-carbon sources, notably solar energy, make up about 16% of Malta's electricity usage, with solar accounting for almost 15%. Net imports stand at around 3%, indicating a small but present dependency on external electricity sources. The significant fossil fuel share highlights a need for a transition towards cleaner energy to combat climate change and reduce air pollution.

Is Electricity Growing in Malta?

Examining the growth of electricity consumption in Malta reveals a recent decline. The latest electricity consumption is about 4,389 kWh per person, which represents a significant drop of 1,330 kWh from the 2024 record of 5,718 kWh. Conversely, low-carbon electricity saw a slight increase, climbing to 685 kWh per person from a previous peak of 667 kWh in 2025. Despite this small progress in the low-carbon sector, the overall decrease in per-person electricity consumption reflects potential challenges in meeting the electricity demands of the future, emphasizing the importance of bolstering clean energy generation.

Suggestions

To increase low-carbon electricity generation, Malta should focus on expanding its existing solar infrastructure, leveraging the abundant sunshine the country receives. Observing global leaders, such as California and Nevada in solar energy and France in nuclear energy, Malta can learn valuable strategies. While Malta doesn’t currently engage in nuclear power, considering experiences from nuclear leaders like Slovakia and France can provide insights into integrating larger amounts of low-carbon energy in a sustainable manner. Learning from these regions can assist Malta in building a more diverse, robust, and green electricity supply system. Expanding solar resources and considering nuclear energy integration would be strategic moves towards ensuring a sustainable energy future for Malta.

History

Historically, Malta's low-carbon electricity generation has seen very little change, particularly in the solar sector. From 2011 to 2026, the data shows no recorded increase in solar or biofuel electricity generation. This stagnation, spanning over a decade, underscores a crucial need for policy and infrastructure advancements to accelerate the transition towards clean energy. The lack of progress is especially concerning given the global urgency to shift away from fossil fuels to counteract climate change and pollution impacts. Such a transition is critical to ensure that Malta can meet the demands of an electrified future while maintaining environmental sustainability.

Electricity Imports and Exports

Balance of Trade

* 12M = Last 12 months (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026) — a rolling 12-month period, not a calendar year.