What is the trend in electricity generation?
Electricity generation in Malta is largely dependent on the combustion of fossil fuels, which contributes significantly to air pollution and emissions of greenhouse gases. Between 2006 and 2007, electricity generated increased by 1.55 per cent, compared to a growth of 0.93 per cent between 2005 and 2006. Although annual electricity generation is increasing, the growth rate is decreasing as compared to that prior to 2003. In 2007, 63.89 per cent of fuels imported were used for electricity generation, 0.80 per cent more than in 2006. Demand is still increasing and is expected to continue growing due to major projects such as the Mater Dei Hospital and the new Smart City development.* Malta's use of renewable energy sources remains small.
Source: National Statistics Office
Environmental tip: Adopt practices that reduce your energy and water demand at home and at your place of work, such as not leaving appliances on stand-by mode.
* MRAE (Ministry for Rural Affairs and the Environment). 2006. National Allocation Plan for Malta (2008 - 2012), Submission to the EU Commission, September 2006.