Which energy products are most dynamically developing in Latvia?

The production of various kinds of energy products from biomass is the most dynamically developing in Latvia. According to data for 2023, about 0.66 TWh was generated from biomass (Fig. 7), i.e. more than 4 times that coming from wind energy. The country operates biomass processing, refining, biogas, biodiesel, bioethanol and pellet production.

Who is the largest energy producer in Latvia?

The largest energy producer in Latvia is Latvenergo, which owns both the previously mentioned stations, with a total installed capacity of 2 606 MW of electricity and 1 793 MW of thermal energy. The company's revenues in 2023 totalled EUR 2034 million .

How much Hydropower is available in Latvia?

According to the economically exploitable hydropower capability in Latvia is 4 TWh/yr. However, other sources rate it somewhat lower – 3.9 TWh/yr. Potential generation SHP and large hydropower in Latvia as of 2020 are 3200 GWh . Potential capacity of small hydropower is estimated at more than 96 MW .

What is the distribution of wind resources in Latvia?

The distribution of wind resources is as follows: for the majority of the country the wind speed is 5.0-6.5 m/s; higher wind speeds can be observed in the west of the country along the coast – 7.0-7.7 m/s (at a height of 50 m) . According to the economically exploitable hydropower capability in Latvia is 4 TWh/yr.

What are the main bioenergy plants in Latvia?

The main Latvian plants in the field of bioenergy are: biogas production – Dobele, Bio Ziedi Biogas plant with an installed capacity of 2.5 MW ; and Getlini Landfill gas-to-energy plant with an installed capacity of 6.3 MW .

What is the most powerful electric car charging station in Latvia?

In 2018, at that point the largest generator T1900 with a V16 Mitsubishi engine of 1,900 kVA for Z-Towers was delivered and installed. In 2019, the most powerful electric car charging station in Latvia was installed at Energolukss building – 100 kW. In 2019, the delivery of solar energy solutions to customers was started.