Energy in Mongolia
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Electricity generation
In 2010, the total amount of electricity produced by all types of power plant in Mongolia are 4,256.1 GWh (thermal power), 31 GWh (hydroelectric), 13.2 GWh (diesel) and 0.6 GWh (solar and wind). In 2012, coal was used to generate 98% of the electricity in Mongolia.
Coal power
Coal-fired power stations are the dominant type of electricity generation in Mongolia and may also supply heat. There are 7 currently active power stations.
Renewable energy
In 2018, 7% of Mongolia's electricity came from renewable power sources, mainly wind power. Mongolia has very sunny weather with average insolation above 1,500 W/m2 in most of the country, making solar power highly available.
In 2017, Mongolia commissioned the 10 MW Darkhan Solar Power Plant in Darkhan-Uul Province, the first photovoltaic power station in the country. 247 MW of solar power plants have been approved for construction. Guaranteed power purchase agreements and favorable tariff structures promote further growth of the industry.
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Electricity consumption
In 2018, much of Mongolia's electricity consumption was driven by industry and construction.