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Where are the countries with the highest percentage of clean energy in their energy mix?

Kanye Okenden

Hey there! Thanks for the interesting question. When it comes to countries with the highest percentage of clean energy in their energy mix, there are a few that stand out. Let me walk you through some of them.

First up, Iceland is a clear leader in this area, as it gets nearly 100% of its energy from renewable sources like geothermal and hydropower. This is largely due to the country's unique geography and abundance of natural resources.

Another country with a high percentage of clean energy in its mix is Costa Rica. In 2019, the country ran on 99.62% renewable energy, with a mix of hydro, wind, geothermal, and solar power. This has been achieved through significant investments in renewable energy infrastructure and policies that prioritize sustainability.

Denmark is another leader in this space, getting around 50% of its energy from wind power alone. The country has been investing in wind technology for decades, and now has offshore wind farms that can generate hundreds of megawatts each.

Germany is another notable example, with around 46% of its energy coming from renewable sources. The country has been particularly successful in the area of solar power, with widespread adoption of rooftop solar panels and generous government incentives for households to install them.

There are many other countries that are making progress in this area as well, including Norway, Portugal, and Uruguay. Each of these countries has its own unique mix of renewable energy sources, and policies that encourage the adoption of clean energy.

Of course, there are still many countries that rely heavily on fossil fuels for their energy needs. But as the global push for climate action continues to grow, we can expect to see more and more countries striving to increase the percentage of clean energy in their energy mixes.

I hope this helps answer your question! It's exciting to see so many countries moving in a more sustainable direction, and I'm hopeful that we'll continue to make progress in the coming years.