In 2023, renewable sources accounted for 99 percent of Norway's electricity generation, and 100 percent of Iceland's power mix in 2022. Hydropower is the largest source of electricity in both Nordic countries, and in Sweden. Meanwhile, wind power is the largest source of electricity generation in Denmark, accounting for 58 percent in 2023.
Distribution of electricity generation in the Nordic countries in 2023, by source
*Iceland figures are for 2022. Figures may not total 100% due to rounding.
Supplementary notes
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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