Albanian electricity production reached 2,361 GWh in Q2 2026, up 34.4% year on year from 1,757 GWh. The quarterly increase was supported by higher output from hydropower and by growth in renewable generation outside conventional hydro and thermal power.
Hydropower output lifts overall generation
Public hydropower stations drove much of the rise, with production increasing 43.6% to 1,011 GWh compared with 704 GWh in the second quarter of the previous year. Private and concession hydropower producers generated an additional 903 GWh, up 18% from 765 GWh.
Other generators also expanded their contribution. Output from renewable sources outside conventional hydro and thermal power reached 448 GWh, compared with 288 GWh a year earlier, representing growth of 55.6%.
Exports strengthen while imports fall
The stronger generation performance supported Albania’s cross-border electricity position. Electricity exports during April-July increased 55.3% to 991 GWh, while imports declined 21.5% to 569 GWh.
Demand growth and stable network losses
Domestic demand continued to rise alongside the generation increase. Electricity consumption reached 1,619 GWh during Q2, which was 6.2% higher year on year.
Sensitivity to hydro conditions remains evident
The figures point to Albania’s ongoing sensitivity to hydrological conditions. A recovery in water availability can move the system toward surplus and increase exports into neighbouring SEE markets, while weaker hydrology has historically led to the opposite outcome and higher reliance on imported electricity.
The Q2 results show a substantial improvement in Albania’s physical power balance, with generation growth exceeding the increase in domestic demand and creating additional exportable volumes for the regional market.
