Portugal Renewable Energy
Renewable energy consumption as % of total EG.FEC.RNEW.ZS
Portugal's renewable energy was 32.30% in 2021, ranked 75th globally. This represents a 3.2% increase from 2020. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2021.
Overview
Portugal's renewable energy stood at 32.30% in 2021, a rise of +1.00% from 2020. Portugal ranked 75th globally.
Portugal's renewable energy share has exhibited a steady upward trend over the past three decades, with the country ranking #75 globally in 2021 at 32.30%. This represents a significant increase from the trough of 18.10% in 2005, a year that saw Portugal struggling with economic and energy crises. Since then, Portugal has made substantial investments in wind and solar energy, mirroring the progress of peer countries such as Lithuania, which ranked slightly higher at 33.20% in 2021. The country's all-time peak of 32.30% in 2021 underscores the success of its renewable energy policies. However, Portugal still lags behind other European countries in terms of renewable energy adoption. To continue improving its ranking, Portugal will need to accelerate its transition to cleaner energy sources and reduce its dependence on fossil fuels.
Data & projection
| Year | Renewable Energy | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 32.30% | +1.00% | #75 |
| 2020 | 31.30% | +3.10% | #79 |
| 2019 | 28.20% | +0.70% | #80 |
| 2018 | 27.50% | +3.10% | #82 |
| 2017 | 24.40% | −4.60% | #92 |
| 2016 | 29.00% | +1.80% | #79 |
| 2015 | 27.20% | −3.30% | #86 |
| 2014 | 30.50% | +0.30% | #79 |
| 2013 | 30.20% | +4.70% | #82 |
| 2012 | 25.50% | −1.70% | #91 |
| 2011 | 27.20% | −0.60% | #89 |
| 2010 | 27.80% | +2.90% | #88 |
| 2009 | 24.90% | +1.70% | #90 |
| 2008 | 23.20% | +0.10% | #92 |
| 2007 | 23.10% | +0.80% | #91 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Portugal matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw renewable energy improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Portugal's renewable energy was 32.30% in 2021. Ranked 75th globally. This represents a 3.2% increase from the previous year.
Portugal's renewable energy peaked at 32.30% in 2021.
The lowest renewable energy in Portugal was 18.10% in 2005.
Portugal ranks 75th 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 Portugal in 2021 was 32.30%. This ranks 75th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_portugal_renewable-energy,
title = {Portugal Renewable Energy},
url = {https://historysaid.com/portugal/renewable-energy/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}