What is energy in Liechtenstein?

Energy in Liechtenstein describes energy production, consumption and import in Liechtenstein. Liechtenstein has no domestic sources of fossil fuels and relies on imports of gas and fuels. The country is also a net importer of electricity.

How do Liechtenstein municipalities get the energy City label?

Liechtenstein municipalities can obtain the Energy City label if they continuously ensure efficient energy use, increase investments for renewables, including solar energy, wind energy and hydropower, and promote environmentally compatible mobility. The certificate is awarded by the Energy City Sponsoring Association.

Does Liechtenstein have solar energy?

In recent decades, renewable energy efforts in Liechtenstein have also branched out into solar energy production. Most solar energy is generated by photovoltaic arrays mounted on buildings (usually roofing), rather than dedicated solar power stations.

What is Liechtenstein's national power company?

Liechtenstein's national power company is Liechtensteinische Kraftwerke (LKW, Liechtenstein Power Stations), which operates the country's existing power stations, maintains the electric grid and provides related services. In 2010, the country's domestic electricity production amounted to 80,105 MWh.

How much electricity does Liechtenstein use?

In 2010, total consumption of electricity in the Principality of Liechtenstein amounted to roughly 350,645 MWh. In 2015, total consumption of electricity in the Principality of Liechtenstein amounted to roughly 393.6 million kWh.

Does Liechtenstein use fossil fuels?

Liechtenstein has no domestic sources of fossil fuels and relies on imports of gas and fuels. The country is also a net importer of electricity. In 2016, its domestic energy production covered only slightly under a quarter of the country's electric supply, roughly 24,21 %.