Suriname’s electricity sector is transitioning, with a 2023 mix of roughly 38–42% hydropower and 53–61% fossil fuels (heavy fuel oil), according to IEA and Low-Carbon Power. The nation aims to increase its renewable share to over 35% by 2030, supported by new Electric Sector Plan 2025–2044 initiatives like solar mini-grids.

Suriname is positioning itself as a potential player in the green hydrogen industry, aiming to leverage its over 90% forest coverage to maintain a carbon-negative status while exploring sustainable, nature-based economic growth.