In February 2026, North Macedonia’s electricity consumption reached 700,715 MWh, accompanied by natural gas usage of 32.95 million cubic meters, as reported by the State Statistical Office. Domestic energy production accounted for 83.2% of the total electricity demand, with coal being the primary source for electricity generation, utilizing nearly 99.9% of its consumption for this purpose.
The country’s gross electricity generation stood at 583,152 MWh, which represents a 6.7% decline from the same month in the previous year. The performance of thermal power plants was notably diminished, generating only 166,976 MWh (28.6%), reflecting a significant year-on-year reduction of 43.7%. Conversely, hydropower facilities exhibited robust growth, producing 178,448 MWh (30.6%) and achieving an impressive 102.4% increase due to favorable water conditions and enhanced operational efficiency.
Additionally, combined heat and power (CHP) plants contributed 125,612 MWh (21.5%), marking a decline of 13.9%. Wind energy generation amounted to 29,893 MWh (5.13%), while biogas installations added 2,630 MWh to the mix. Solar energy sources—including contributions from prosumers—accounted for 79,594 MWh or 13.6% of total production, underscoring the increasing significance of decentralized renewable energy generation in North Macedonia.
The trend in electricity imports showed a decrease to 154,600 MWh from 206,024 MWh in February of the previous year. Exports also saw a marked reduction to 37,037 MWh compared to 84,092 MWh in February 2025. This data collectively illustrates a notable shift towards hydropower and solar energy, alongside a diminished dependency on thermal power generation and decreased cross-border electricity transactions.
