Lithuania

Lithuania has undergone a dramatic transformation in its energy mix, moving from high dependence on Russian imports to a leadership position in renewable electricity. Lithuania’s domestic electricity production is now dominated by low-carbon sources, though it remains a net importer (primarily from Sweden and Poland). Wind Power is the largest domestic source, accounting for approximately 43% of generation. Solar PV is growing rapidly, contributing about 17% of the mix. Hydropower is a stable contributor at approximately 12%.

Lithuania is rapidly developing its green hydrogen sector, targeting a key role in regional decarbonization with projects slated for 2026. Major initiatives include a 3MW plant in Vilnius to fuel public transport and the Baltic region’s first green hydrogen production station at the Port of Klaipėda, designed for vessels and machinery. The Klaipėda State Seaport Authority launched a €12 million hydrogen-powered vessel to manage port waste. Construction is underway on a dedicated green hydrogen production and refueling station at the port. These projects align with broader efforts to transform Lithuania into a green energy hub, connecting local production with industrial and transport needs.

Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein’s energy mix heavily relies on imports (over 90% of total energy) to meet demand, with a strong focus on renewable electricity—primarily hydropower—for domestic production. While local generation is 100% renewable (hydro and solar), overall consumption includes significant imported nuclear and fossil fuels. The nation aims for 100% renewable energy by 2050. Domestic Production is dominated by hydropower (over 90% of local generation), followed by increasing solar PV contributions. The vast majority of energy consumed is imported, including electricity from the European grid, which historically includes nuclear and fossil fuel sources.

Liechtenstein’s “Energy Vision 2050” aims for a 40% reduction in energy demand and 100% renewable energy usage, focusing on increasing domestic solar capacity and reducing dependence on fossil fuel imports.

Liechtenstein is positioning itself for a sustainable, carbon-neutral future by focusing on green hydrogen produced from renewable energy sources. Green hydrogen is expected to play a critical role in reducing carbon emissions in industrial sectors (such as metal processing) and heavy transport, which are traditionally difficult to electrify.

As of 2026 there is no information indicating that Liechtenstein is actually producing green hydrogen.

Libya

Libya’s energy mix is almost entirely dominated by fossil fuels, which account for approximately 100% of its domestic electricity generation and total primary energy consumption. Natural gas is the primary source for power, accounting for roughly 67% to 75% of electricity generation. It is also widely used for industrial processes and domestic heating/cooking. Oil Contributes the remaining 25% to 33% of the power generation mix. Libya holds Africa’s largest proven oil reserves (approx. 48.4 billion barrels) and is a major global exporter.

Libya is actively positioning itself to become a significant regional hub for green hydrogen production, leveraging its high solar radiation and strategic proximity to European energy markets. In August 2025, Libya’s Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy partnered with Germany’s H2 Global to launch a large-scale project, targeting 1 million tons of green hydrogen for export. The Tosyali SULB complex in Benghazi is being developed as one of the world’s largest hydrogen-powered Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) plants. It will use hydrogen to produce green steel, aiming to supply the European market’s “green transformation” needs. Libya aims to utilize its existing Greenstream pipeline and potential new interconnectors to Europe for future hydrogen transport.

As of 2026 there is no information indicating that Libya is producing green hydrogen from electrolysis of seawater.

Liberia

Liberia’s energy mix is dominated by traditional biomass, which accounts for over 80% to 90% of total primary energy consumption. The country’s electricity sector, while growing, remains one of the world’s most underdeveloped due to the lingering effects of civil conflict. As of 2024, Liberia’s grid-connected installed capacity is approximately 126 MW to 131 MW. The mix of generation varies significantly between the wet and dry seasons.

Liberia is positioning itself for the emerging green hydrogen sector, driven by regional ECOWAS strategies to leverage renewable resources for sustainable development and energy security. The country possesses potential for renewable-powered electrolysis, aided by its resource base and strategic location, with initiatives like the 950MW Malaikah Energy project announced in 2025 to boost renewable capacity.

As of 2026, the focus in Liberia is on building the foundational renewable infrastructure (wind, solar) required for future green hydrogen production.

Lesotho

Lesotho’s domestic electricity generation is 99.8% renewable, primarily from hydropower. However, the country remains highly dependent on imports and traditional biomass to meet its total energy needs. The ‘Muela Hydropower Plant (72 MW) is the backbone of domestic production. In 2024, hydro generation reached 492.5 GWh, up from 468 GWh in 2023. The Ha Ramarothole Solar PV Park (Phase I) added 30 MW of capacity in 2023. Monthly production from this plant averages approximately 5 MWh injected into the national grid. Domestic supply does not meet peak demand, requiring Lesotho to import over 50% to 69% of its electricity from South Africa (Eskom) and Mozambique (EDM) via the Southern African Power Pool.

Lesotho is emerging as a potential leader in the African green hydrogen sector by leveraging its abundant renewable resources (water, wind, solar) to produce clean energy, aiming to reduce dependence on fossil fuel imports. Recent initiatives include researching electrolysis technologies to power vehicles and industry, with a focus on utilizing Lesotho’s water resources. While still in the developmental phase, the potential to integrate green hydrogen into the national energy strategy aims to foster industrialization, economic growth, and energy self-sufficiency.

As of 2026, there’s no information indicating that Lesotho is actually producing green hydrogen.

Lebanon

Lebanon’s energy mix is characterized by an extreme reliance on imported fossil fuels, which account for approximately 83% to 95% of its total primary energy supply. The country has faced a chronic energy crisis since 2019, leading to a “solar boom” where decentralized renewable installations have begun to rapidly displace failing state-provided thermal power. The overall energy supply is dominated by oil products, as the country lacks significant domestic fossil fuel production and a stable natural gas supply.

Lebanon is exploring green hydrogen as a sustainable energy solution to combat its ongoing energy crisis, leveraging high solar potential (1500–1900 kWh/kWp) and growing decentralized solar capacity (nearly 1.1 GWp). Strategic efforts focus on developing a hydrogen strategy, enhancing infrastructure, and fostering innovation through projects like the “Green Hydrogen Camp”.

As of 2026 there is no information indicating that Lebanon is producing green hydrogen from electrolysis of seawater.

Latvia

Latvia’s energy mix is characterized by one of the highest shares of renewable energy in the European Union, primarily driven by domestic hydropower and biomass. Renewables dominated electricity generation, accounting for roughly 71–76% of domestic production depending on water inflow for hydro. The updated National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP) aims for a 61% share of renewables in gross final consumption and 100% renewable electricity for domestic use by 2030.

Latvia is rapidly developing its green hydrogen sector, aiming to become a regional production hub, with a major 150,000-ton annual production project planned in Liepāja. Driven by EU climate goals and energy independence, key initiatives include partnerships for renewable-powered electrolyzers, cross-border value chains (H2Value) in the Baltic region, and active research into reducing production costs.

Despite these important plans, no information is available indicating that as of 2026 Latvia is producing green hydrogen.

Laos

Laos produces and exports a massive surplus of electricity, primarily to Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia. As of 2023, the energy mix is characterized by a heavy reliance on hydropower, supplemented by significant coal (lignite) generation. Hydropower (75.9%) is the backbone of the national grid and the primary export commodity. Coal/Lignite (23.8%), primarily from the Hongsa Thermal Power Plant, uses local lignite mines to provide a stable “baseload” during the dry season when river levels drop. Laos has no domestic oil or gas production; it imports 100% of its petroleum products, mainly for the transport sector.

Laos is positioning itself as a green hydrogen hub in Southeast Asia, leveraging its vast, low-cost hydropower (~80% of its energy mix) to produce fuel, with an estimated production cost of 2.18/kg possible by 2030. The country is developing a National Green Hydrogen and Ammonia Roadmap to guide this, with projects underway like a 1.2 billion THB plant contracted by TTCL Public Company Limited. Geodyn Solutions has proposed a $22.2 billion investment program to scale up hydropower to 20 GW by 2035, partly to support green technology adoption.

As of 2026, there is no information indicating that Laos, a landlocked country, is actually producing green hydrogen.

Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan’s energy mix is defined by a heavy reliance on hydropower for electricity and fossil fuels (oil and coal) for total energy consumption. While the country is a leader in low-carbon electricity, it remains dependent on imports for nearly all its natural gas and oil needs. Oil is the largest single source in the total supply, almost entirely imported (90%+) from Russia and Kazakhstan.

Kyrgyzstan is actively pursuing green hydrogen development to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, focusing on leveraging its significant hydropower, solar, and wind potential. The government is partnering with international entities like Germany and the World Bank to boost renewable energy and explore green hydrogen for industrial and transport decarbonization, aiming for energy self-sufficiency by 2030.

As highlighted in this IRENA report, green hydrogen is seen as essential for regional industrial decarbonization, with pilot projects and infrastructure development being critical next steps.

As of 2026 Kyrgyzstan is not known to be producing green hydrogen.

Kuwait

Kuwait’s energy mix is almost entirely dominated by fossil fuels, which account for over 99% of its primary energy consumption. The country is currently undergoing a strategic shift to replace oil with natural gas for domestic power generation to free up crude oil for export and reduce carbon emissions. Renewables remain negligible, primarily consisting of solar and wind.

Kuwait is actively pursuing a green hydrogen strategy, aiming to establish 25 GW of capacity and 17 GW of renewable energy by 2050 to diversify its economy and meet sustainability goals. KBR, a global engineering firm, is currently developing a 18-month masterplan for the Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) to integrate these technologies for both domestic industrial use and export. While currently in the planning phase, this shift is critical for Kuwait to align with global carbon neutrality commitments and reduce its carbon footprint. Although the country has traditionally relied on oil, this move signals a major shift toward developing a sustainable energy portfolio, leveraging its high potential for solar energy generation.

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