Wind power was the largest source of energy in Uruguay in March

Montevideo, April 5 (Prensa Latina) Just 89.5 percent of the energy produced in Uruguay during March came from renewable sources, according to a recent report.

April 6, 2026
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The report by SEG Ingenieria expresses that wind power stood out as the largest contributor to the energy mix at 39.7 percent.

The data comes from the National Administration of Power Plants and Electrical Transmissions (UTE), which confirms that hydroelectric power was relegated to second place.

During the period, generation from hydrocarbons exceeded its highest level in three years, despite the country’s commitment to decarbonizing its economy.

Biomass was the third largest source of electricity production at 18.1 percent.

And although solar energy contributed only four percent, at 10.5 percent, it reached its highest level in three years in March.

Last Tuesday, Uruguay exported electricity to Argentina as “emergency support” in response to an unexpected spike in consumption in the neighboring country.

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