How much photovoltaic capacity does the Czech Republic have?

The Czech Republic had almost two gigawatts (GW) of photovoltaic capacity at the end of 2010, but installed less than 10 megawatts (MW) in 2011 due to the feed-in tariff being reduced by 25%, after installing almost 1,500 MW the year before.

Is the Czech Republic making the most of its solar potential?

The Czech Republic’s failure to make the most of its potential for solar energy production has long come in for criticism. According to a study by the Czech Solar Association, the country’s current forecast for the development of the solar industry by 2030 will see it using less than 10% of its technical capacity.

Is nuclear power environmentally sustainable in the Czech Republic?

But such classic “green energy” alternatives have been far less of a priority on an industrial scale in the Czech Republic than that most debated of renewable sources: nuclear energy. The Czech government recently joined nine other EU members states in calling for nuclear power to be classified as environmentally sustainable by the EU.

How has the energy crisis impacted the Czech Republic?

With coal dominating the energy mix, the Czech Republic has traditionally enjoyed low electricity prices and a steady supply of domestic fuel. However, the recent energy crisis, together with pressure from stakeholders and regulatory bodies to decarbonise, has triggered an unprecedented shift in the country’s energy market.

Will nuclear power replace fossil fuels in the Czech Republic?

Indeed, the share of nuclear energy in the Czech Republic is only likely to increase, with a major expansion project planned at the Dukovany nuclear power plant in the Vysočina Region. But energy experts are skeptical about whether increased nuclear power will be sufficient to replace fossil fuels.

How does the Czech government cope with higher energy bills?

Unlike other European countries, the Czech Government has traditionally relied on the market to self-regulate, avoiding state intervention. This means that as prices rose, consumers and businesses had to cope with higher energy bills.