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Does Hungary have a commitment to renewables?

Attila Steiner, Hungary's State Secretary for Energy and Climate Policy, said: “Hungary has a strong commitment to renewables. As the next step, the government's priority is to upgrade the national grid to be capable of integrating the rapidly growing electric capacity generated by weather-dependent energy sources.

Can Hungary achieve more energy security and independence?

Hungary’s transition to clean energy can enable it to achieve greater energy security and independence as it navigates the supply challenges that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has created for countries across Europe, according to a new in-depth policy review by the International Energy Agency.

What does the IEA report say about Hungarian Energy Policy?

The IEA report recommends that the Hungarian government adopt additional targets and policies to lower fossil fuel consumption, increase energy efficiency and promote investment in clean energy technologies, skills and jobs.

What is Hungary's dependence on energy imports?

Hungary’s dependency on energy imports has increased over the last decade as demand for fossil fuels has increased. Despite greater diversification of oil supply, the country remains heavily dependent on Russian oil and gas. With little domestic production, Hungary’s import dependency stood at 87% in 2020.

Does Hungary have a strong energy transition?

Hungary has a strong starting point for its energy transition thanks to rapid growth of solar PV and a solid base of nuclear power. But it still has considerable work ahead to achieve its objectives for emissions reductions and energy sovereignty.

Why did Hungary declare a state of energy emergency on 13 July 2022?

In response, Hungary declared a state of energy emergency on 13 July 2022. To address the emergency, the government aims to increase domestic gas and coal production, secure additional gas imports and increase the output of the country’s lignite-fired power plant.