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What is Albania's energy sector strategy?

In 2018, Albania adopted its National Energy Sector Strategy, which examined various energy development scenarios and set forth a series of key indicators and objectives that will shape Albanian’s energy sector over the period from 2018 to 2030 (Table 2). Most notably, the strategy stipulated a 42% share of renewable energy in the TPES by 2030.

Should Albania's energy mix include more renewables?

While Albania’s energy mix already features one of the highest shares of renewables in the region owing to its extensive installed hydropower capacity, the essential need remains for a more secure, cost-competitive national energy supply. Diversifying the electricity mix to include more renewables would strengthen Albania’s energy security.

Why is Albania so reliant on hydropower?

y, with the remaining divided between solar (1%) and crude oil (4%). The remaining share of supply comes from imports maki g Albania a net energy importer and thus heavily reliant on imports. Being also heavily reliant on hydropower also means that renewable generation is sensitive to rainfall, of which has seen

Why does Albania's electricity production fluctuate in recent years?

Albania’s domestic electricity production has fluctuated in recent years due to the electricity sector’s over-reliance on hydropower and annual precipitation. Figure 3 shows Albania’s domestic electricity production, consumption and net imports from 2014 to 2019.

How can Albania achieve a more diversified energy mix?

Albania’s path towards a more diversified energy mix requires an accelerated uptake of renewable energy in end-use sectors such as transport, and heating and cooling.

Does Albania have a strong focus on hydro vs non-hydro renewables?

The Albanian Renewable Energy Association, due to the country’s history of hydropower production, has a stronger focus on hydro than non-hydro renewables.