How Hungary became the world's solar energy leader
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cross-posted from: https://lemm.ee/post/63991870
Solar accounted for 25% of the country’s electricity generation in 2024, more than any other nation, according to data collated by research group Ember. Hungary overtook Chile last year to claim the top spot.
The solar surge has been remarkable — in 2018, the technology made up just 2% of Hungary’s power output.
And in August 2024, a new monthly record was set when solar made up 37% of Hungary’s electricity generation.
Hungary’s stint at the top of the solar rankings may prove short-lived. Countries like Pakistan — where solar made up 26% of the mix in February 2025, from 10% in the same month two years before — are also on a steep growth trajectory.