Final energy consumption

Malta still depends on non-renewable energy resources, with 67.8% of Malta’s electricity supply derived from power plants, 21.3% from net imports and . Between 2018 and 2023, final energy consumption (excluding international aviation) increased by 9.15 % (see graph). The increase in final energy consumption predominantly reflects the increase in transport demand, but also the . Following the 2020 decrease due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Malta experienced an increase in tourism, population and economic activity, hence the increase in energy consumption. Nevertheless, , and Malta’s energy intensity trend is decreasing and lower than the EU average. Success regarding achieving this target is rooted in the accelerated implementation of the low-carbon development strategy and the long-term renovation strategy, which call on the energy generation and . The transport sector remains a challenge, and modal shift and active transport solutions .