Portugal reaches 75% renewable electricity share in 2026 so far

Renewable sources generated 75% of mainland Portugal's electricity between January and July 2026, ranking the country fourth in Europe behind Norway, Denmark and Austria, according to APREN's July bulletin. July marked the first month solar photovoltaic led the generation mix, with 25.8%, ahead of hydro and wind. Renewables covered all consumption for 694 non-consecutive hours, equivalent to about 29 days. The bulletin also notes lower average electricity prices and significant avoided costs in gas and CO2 emission licences, though APREN warns faster licensing is needed to sustain the trend.