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Renewables account for 74.4% of electricity produced in Portugal until August

SAPO Notícias15 September 2026 at 09:20

Portugal achieved a historic milestone in electricity production from renewable sources, with 74.4% of electricity produced until August coming from clean energy. This result maintains the country in the Top 5 European sustainable energy, consolidating its position as one of the leaders in the energy transition in Europe.

The combination of solar and wind energy was decisive for this performance. The synergy between these two technologies allowed maximizing renewable production over the months, compensating for the variations of each source individually and guaranteeing a more stable supply.

The economic impact of this strategy is also significant. According to the Portuguese Renewable Energy Association (APREN), this renewable production avoided more than 1.2 billion euros in natural gas and electricity imports, reducing the country's external dependence and strengthening its energy autonomy.

Why this matters

This news is relevant for Portuguese readers because it demonstrates the country's progress in energy independence and the economic benefits of renewable energy. The reduction of 1.2 billion euros in imports can influence electricity prices and national environmental targets.

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