European Union Renewable Energy
Renewable energy consumption as % of total EG.FEC.RNEW.ZS
European Union's renewable energy was 21.06% in 2020, ranked 102nd globally. This represents a 8.9% increase from 2019. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2020.
Overview
European Union's renewable energy stood at 21.06% in 2020, a rise of +1.72% from 2019. European Union ranked 102nd globally.
By 2020 the European Union’s share of renewable energy in total final consumption reached 21.06 percent, placing it 102nd in the global ranking and matching its all‑time peak after a 31‑year climb from a trough of 6.91 percent in 1990. The steady rise reflects the bloc’s long‑standing policy framework, including the 2009 Renewable Energy Directive and subsequent target upgrades, which have driven investment in wind, solar and bioenergy across member states. The EU’s performance is comparable to Bulgaria’s 21.10 percent and Indonesia’s 21.90 percent, indicating convergence with both regional peers and emerging economies that have accelerated renewable deployment. While the upward trajectory suggests continued expansion, the pace will hinge on the implementation of the European Green Deal, the scaling of grid infrastructure and the alignment of national energy plans with the 2030 climate objectives; these factors will determine whether the EU can sustain or surpass its 2020 peak.
Data & projection
| Year | Renewable Energy | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 21.06% | +1.72% | #102 |
| 2019 | 19.34% | +0.62% | #103 |
| 2018 | 18.72% | +1.04% | #106 |
| 2017 | 17.69% | +0.16% | #108 |
| 2016 | 17.52% | −0.09% | #110 |
| 2015 | 17.61% | +0.17% | #111 |
| 2014 | 17.44% | +0.64% | #110 |
| 2013 | 16.80% | +0.74% | #114 |
| 2012 | 16.05% | +1.43% | #110 |
| 2011 | 14.63% | +0.16% | #113 |
| 2010 | 14.47% | +0.85% | #111 |
| 2009 | 13.62% | +1.17% | #115 |
| 2008 | 12.46% | +0.70% | #119 |
| 2007 | 11.76% | +1.07% | #119 |
| 2006 | 10.69% | +0.67% | #119 |
Analysis
European Union's renewable energy was 21.06% in 2020, a rise of +1.72% from 2019.
Frequently Asked Questions
European Union's renewable energy was 21.06% in 2020. Ranked 102nd globally. This represents a 8.9% increase from the previous year.
European Union's renewable energy peaked at 21.06% in 2020.
The lowest renewable energy in European Union was 6.91% in 1990.
European Union ranks 102nd globally in renewable energy as of 2020.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.FEC.RNEW.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
The renewable energy of European Union in 2020 was 21.06%. This ranks 102nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_european-union_renewable-energy,
title = {European Union Renewable Energy},
url = {https://historysaid.com/european-union/renewable-energy/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}