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Is North Macedonia reliant on fossil fuels?

According to the national and international statistics, such as those run by the World Data and the International Energy Agency, North Macedonia remains reliant on fossil fuels28. Majority of its total energy mix, both on supply and demand side, still falls under the category of fossil fuels (Figure 2), mostly due to the usage of coal and oil.

Is North Macedonia a good place to invest in solar power?

For small-scale investments, the market remains a battlefield where larger energy players are bound to win. The fact that North Macedonia, within a very short period, got on the way of securing over 135MW of installed capacity for solar power should be celebrated.

Is North Macedonia ready for a complete coal and lignite phase-out?

In its latest Energy Development Strategy3, adopted at the beginning of 2020, North Macedonia projects a complete coal and lignite phase-out, latest by 2040. The strategy was being drafted for several years, and initially it was due to be adopted in 2015.

Is Macedonia ready for a future energy community?

Considering the latest developments in the energy governance of the country, the adoption of the 2040Energy Development Strategy, and the initial steps and enthusiasm present in the Macedonian Government for supporting citizen energy and prosumers, are providing good prospects for the establishment of future energy communities.

Is North Macedonia ready for solar power?

The fact that North Macedonia, within a very short period, got on the way of securing over 135MW of installed capacity for solar power should be celebrated. However, one should not overlook the fact that the past tenders for photovoltaics have mostly been favoring business community over small-scale investments from local communities and citizens.

What is North Macedonia's Energy Strategy 2040?

[Following its Energy Strategy 2040, North Macedonia will invest in complete modernization and transformation of its energy sector]. available at: In addition, North Macedonia’s energy mix includes a significate percentage of hydropower, having mountainous geography with powerful streams of rivers running through the country.