Generation of renewable electricity in Scotland 2016-2017
Generation of renewable electricity in Scotland in 2016 and 2017, by source (in gigawatt-hours)
This statistic shows the generation of renewable electricity in Scotland in 2016 and 2017, by source. Wind energy accounted for the largest amount of electricity generated, totalling 17,475.1 gigawatt-hours in 2017. By comparison, hydro power accounted for 5,395.1 gigawatt-hours of electricity.
Generation of renewable electricity in Scotland in 2016 and 2017, by source (in gigawatt-hours)
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| 2016 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|
| Wind* | 12,482.4 | 17,475.1 |
| Hydro | 4,934.8 | 5,395.1 |
| Other bioenergy** | 1,400.1 | 1,705.3 |
| Landfill gas | 492.8 | 445.5 |
| Solar PV | 242.6 | 275.3 |
| Sewage gas | 32 | 36 |
| Wave and tidal | 0 | 4.2 |
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