How much electricity does Bulgaria use a year?

As of 2021 nuclear power accounts for 34.7% of Bulgaria's power, coal power provides 39.4%, while renewable energy provides 15.8% of the country's electricity needs. Bulgaria consumes about 35 TWh of electricity per year, and some is exported. The residential sector is the largest consumer, followed by industry then services.

What is the share of nuclear energy production in Bulgaria?

In 2022, the share of nuclear energy production is 32.6% of total electricity production in Bulgaria. The share is expected to remain above 40% until 2030. The reduction of fossil fuel imports into Bulgaria entails an increased need for energy production from renewable sources.

Does Bulgaria have a hydro power plant?

In Bulgaria, the National Electric Company (NEK) owns 15 conventional hydro and pumped-storage plants. Hydropower’s importance is not limited to the production of energy because it plays a key role in greenhouse gas emissions reduction. Bulgaria remains the most energy-intensive economy in the EU by a wide margin.

How many renewable power plants will Bulgaria have in 2024?

Bulgaria will add over 2,500 MW of installed renewable power capacity by the end of 2024 through the installation of 700 MW of wind farms, 1,600 MW of solar parks, and 219 MW of biomass-fired power plants. In Bulgaria, the National Electric Company (NEK) owns 15 conventional hydro and pumped-storage plants.

How big is Bulgaria's photovoltaic capacity?

In the last three years, Bulgaria’s photovoltaic installed capacity practically doubled, to 2.2 GW, with another 700 MW expected to become operational in 2023. With this pace, Bulgaria will surpass its 2030 National Energy and Climate Plan target for photovoltaic installations nearly seven years early.

When were thermal power plants encouraged in Bulgaria?

Thermal power plants were encouraged in Bulgaria in the early 2000s as Kozloduy NPP units were being closed.