Madagascar’s energy mix is dominated by traditional biomass, which accounts for approximately 80% to 86% of its total energy supply. Fossil fuels, mainly imported oil and coal, provide much of the remaining energy, primarily for transportation and industrial use. Although Madagascar has untapped domestic reserves, it relies on imported petroleum … Continue reading →

Luxembourg’s energy system is characterized by a high reliance on imported fossil fuels for its total energy supply, while simultaneously achieving one of the highest shares of renewable energy in its domestic electricity generation. The overall energy mix, which includes transportation and heating, remains dominated by fossil fuels due to … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →

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) … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →