In 2022, the installed renewable energy capacity in the Nordic countries surpassed 100 gigawatts, recording a year-over-year growth of 7.2 percent. Norway had the highest renewable capacity at the time, with nearly 40 gigawatts. Sweden ranked second, with some 38 gigawatts. Despite having the lowest renewable capacity within Nordic countries, Iceland has the highest share of renewables in electricity generation. For over a decade, renewables have accounted for 100 percent of the country's electricity generation.
Renewable energy capacity in the Nordic countries from 2010 to 2022
(in gigawatts)
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IRENA. (March 21, 2023). Renewable energy capacity in the Nordic countries from 2010 to 2022 (in gigawatts) [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved September 20, 2024, from https://www-statista-com.ezproxy.canberra.edu.au/statistics/1426932/renewable-capacity-in-nordic-countries/
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