MK – NI 058

Energy dependence is calculated as ratio between net import of energy and the total energy consumption.

• percentage

What is the rate of energy dependence of the Republic of Macedonia?

During the reporting period, variable trend of growth and fall in energy dependence could be noted. Data indicated increase in energy dependence on import in 2016 compared to previous yearThe highest energy dependence during the reporting period was recorded in 2016 or 58,8% of energy consumption in the country was covered by import. The lowest energy dependence of 37.6% was recorded in 2003.

Figure 1. Energy dependence for all fuels (%)

Data coverage: excel

Source: State Statistical Office, http://www.stat.gov.mk/Default_en.aspx

Energy dependence measures the rate of country dependence on import in order to meet its energy demand. The goal of every country’s energy policy is to reduce its dependence on imported energy.

During the analyzed period, variable trend of growth and fall in energy dependence could be noted. The trend of increase in energy dependence on import in order to meet energy demand in the country continued in 2016, too. Data showed increase in energy dependence on import in 2016 compared to previous year , which was the highest energy dependence during the analyzed period. The lowest energy dependence of 37.6% was recorded in 2003.

• Methodology for the indicator calculation

Statistical methodology for calculation:

• Common surveys for coal, oil, natural gas, electricity and heat, renewable energy by Eurostat, ECE/UN and IEA/OECD
• “Energy Statistics Methodology Eurostat F4, 1998″