In 2023, Switzerland derived over half of its power production from hydroelectric power plants. That year, they made up 54 percent of the country's electricity generation. This was followed by nuclear power, which accounted for almost 34 percent of Switzerland's power mix.
Distribution of electricity generation in Switzerland in 2023, by source
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Solar includes both solar thermal and solar photovoltaic generation. Bioenergy includes generation from combustible renewables and may include waste generation (renewable and non-renewable). Other fossil includes oil and petroleum products generation, as well as manufactured gases.
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