Bulgaria Renewable Energy
Renewable energy consumption as % of total EG.FEC.RNEW.ZS
Bulgaria's renewable energy was 20.40% in 2021, ranked 104th globally. This represents a 3.3% decrease from 2020. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2021.
Overview
Bulgaria's renewable energy stood at 20.40% in 2021, a decline of +0.70% from 2020. Bulgaria ranked 104th globally.
Bulgaria’s renewable‑energy share rose from a low of 1.80 % in 1990 to a peak of 21.10 % in 2020, reflecting a sustained expansion of wind, solar and hydro capacity over 32 years. The World Bank records the latest 2021 figure at 20.40 % of total electricity generation, placing Bulgaria 104th globally. This level is comparable to peer nations such as Luxembourg (20.50 %) and Indonesia (20.20 %), suggesting that Bulgaria has kept pace with both European and emerging‑market counterparts despite a modest starting base. The sharp climb after the early 1990s coincides with the country’s accession to the EU and the adoption of supportive renewable‑energy directives, which accelerated investment and grid integration. While the 2021 share remains slightly below the 2020 peak, continued policy incentives and the planned commissioning of new solar farms are likely to push the renewable proportion higher, provided financing conditions remain favorable and grid upgrades keep pace with generation growth.
Data & projection
| Year | Renewable Energy | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 20.40% | −0.70% | #104 |
| 2020 | 21.10% | +1.80% | #101 |
| 2019 | 19.30% | −0.30% | #104 |
| 2018 | 19.60% | +2.50% | #105 |
| 2017 | 17.10% | −0.60% | #109 |
| 2016 | 17.70% | −0.20% | #109 |
| 2015 | 17.90% | +0.80% | #109 |
| 2014 | 17.10% | −1.10% | #113 |
| 2013 | 18.20% | +2.60% | #108 |
| 2012 | 15.60% | +2.40% | #113 |
| 2011 | 13.20% | −1.10% | #116 |
| 2010 | 14.30% | +2.70% | #113 |
| 2009 | 11.60% | +1.70% | #123 |
| 2008 | 9.90% | +1.10% | #125 |
| 2007 | 8.80% | −1.20% | #128 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bulgaria matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw renewable energy improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bulgaria's renewable energy was 20.40% in 2021. Ranked 104th globally. This represents a 3.3% decrease from the previous year.
Bulgaria's renewable energy peaked at 21.10% in 2020.
The lowest renewable energy in Bulgaria was 1.80% in 1990.
Bulgaria ranks 104th globally in renewable energy as of 2021.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.FEC.RNEW.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
The renewable energy of Bulgaria in 2021 was 20.40%. This ranks 104th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bulgaria_renewable-energy,
title = {Bulgaria Renewable Energy},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bulgaria/renewable-energy/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}