Carinthians Vote to Ban Wind Turbines
A narrow majority of 51.55% voted in favour of banning wind turbines in the state during a non-binding referendum.
Nearly 85% of Austria’s Electricity Comes from Renewables
The 84.73% derived from renewables comprised 61.65% hydropower, 12.15% wind energy, and 10.93% solar energy, biomass, and other renewables.
Austria on Track for 100% Renewable Electricity by 2040
Renewable energy already accounted for 87.6% of the country’s domestic electricity production in 2023, according to the Ministry of Energy.
