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Japan Energy Profile 2024: Electricity Mix
🔥 Fossil Fuels
Fossil fuels dominated Japan’s electricity mix in 2024 at 68.6%. Gas contributed 34%, while coal made up 32%. Other fossil sources, including oil, accounted for 2.6%, largely for backup and peak demand.
🌍 Renewables
Renewables supplied 23.1% of generation. Solar led at 9.8% thanks to strong rooftop and utility-scale deployment. Hydropower contributed 7.8%, bioenergy 4.5%, and wind 1.1%. Other renewables remained negligible.
⚛️ Nuclear Energy
Nuclear energy generated 8.3% of Japan’s electricity. Following phased reactor restarts, nuclear has regained a modest share, balancing emissions goals with public safety concerns.