North Macedonia is targeting 38% renewable energy as a share of gross final energy consumption by 2030. The programme includes rapid solar expansion and additional hydropower generation, with parts of the plan reported to be ahead of the planned trajectory. An Energy Community assessment covering the 2025–2030 period found the country had met or surpassed several renewable energy commitments.
Renewables target covers total energy use
The renewables goal is based on total energy consumption rather than electricity alone. That means progress will be required beyond power generation, including in heating, cooling and transport. Further measures are expected to align the wider energy system with the renewable expansion already underway.
Grid upgrades for solar and wind additions
Planned increases in solar and wind capacity are expected to require network investment, storage and greater balancing capability. These elements are linked to the ability of the grid to accommodate additional generation. Authorities are also preparing changes intended to support system integration as new capacity comes online.
Reforms for self-generation, batteries and smart metering
Authorities are preparing reforms to support self-generation and self-consumption, as well as energy communities. The reform package also includes batteries and smart meters. Energy efficiency measures are aimed at reducing primary energy consumption, while regulatory changes are intended to attract investment and deepen market integration.
Extending renewable electricity across the wider system
The next challenge is extending gains in renewable electricity across the wider energy system. At the same time, the grid needs to be able to accommodate further capacity additions. This requirement links renewable deployment with balancing, storage and network development priorities.
