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What does the IEA say about Estonia?

The IEA commends Estonia for the steps it has taken to end all remaining energy trade with Russia while ensuring regional energy security, and for the work to accelerate the energy transition, including setting a 2050 carbon-neutrality target and a target for 100% of annual electricity demand to be covered by renewable energy by 2030.

Can Estonia achieve climate neutrality by 2050?

According to the International Energy Agency 's (IEA) 2023 Energy Review Policy, Estonia's energy strategy aims to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. One of the primary objectives outlined is the attainment of 100% renewable electricity by 2030.

Why is the IEA Energy Policy Review important for Estonia?

This IEA Energy Policy Review comes at a critical moment for Estonia, which is facing notable challenges amid the climate and energy crises and the Russian Federation’s invasion of Ukraine.

How can Estonia achieve a 100% renewable electricity target?

A major electricity system transformation is needed to achieve the 100% renewable electricity target and put Estonia on the path to climate neutrality.

Does Estonia use natural gas?

Natural gas plays a relatively minor role in Estonia’s energy system and is used mostly for heating. In 2021, natural gas accounted for just 8.6% of total energy supply (versus the IEA average of 30%) and came mostly from Russia.

Is electricity produced in Estonia based on oil shale?

Electricity production in Estonia is largely dependent on fossil fuels. In 2007, more than 90% of power was generated from oil shale. The Estonian energy company Eesti Energia owns the largest oil shale -fuelled power plants in the world, Narva Power Plants.