How was the energy profile developed in Guatemala?

The Guatemala Energy profile was developed in three main stages. During the first stage, energy data and statistics were compiled from primary sources which included the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MEM), the Energy Authority (AMM) and the National Electricity Commission (CNEE).

What is Guatemala's energy source?

[español] • [português] This page is part of Global Energy Monitor 's Latin America Energy Portal. In 2018, Guatemala derived 57.43% of its total energy supply from biofuels and waste, followed by oil (29.54%), coal (7.68%), hydro (3.22%), and other renewables such as wind and solar (2.12%).

How much electricity does Guatemala have?

As of 2020, Guatemala had 4110 MW of installed electrical capacity, based primarily on hydro power (38.38%), fossil fuels (30.36%), and biomass (25.20%). Other renewable sources represented a much smaller percentage of capacity, including wind (2.61%), solar (2.25%) and geothermal energy (1.20%).

Is biomass a source of electricity in Guatemala?

Traditional biomass – the burning of charcoal, crop waste, and other organic matter – is not included. This can be an important source in lower-income settings. Guatemala: How much of the country’s electricity comes from nuclear power? Nuclear power – alongside renewables – is a low-carbon source of electricity.

What does Mem do in Guatemala?

A critical pillar for achieving Guatemala's goals is the reduction of deforestation. MEM (Ministerio de Energía y Minas) is responsible for policy development, planning, and programming of all things related to the energy sector.

What is Guatemala's policy for rural electrification?

Guatemala's policy for rural electrification focuses on renewable energy sources such as solar PV, wind, small hydroelectric plants, and hybrid power plants.