Montenegro relied on imports for almost 30% of its electricity needs in 2025, with net imports covering almost 30% of total requirements. The figures point to continued exposure to regional wholesale markets while domestic generation remains largely renewable.
Domestic power plants produced 2,398.6 GWh in 2025, while net imports added 1,031.9 GWh. Total system requirements reached 3,430.5 GWh.
High transmission and distribution losses
Transmission and distribution losses were reported at 463.8 GWh in 2025. This level was equivalent to roughly 19% of domestic generation. The losses were also described as more than three times total industrial electricity consumption.
Renewables dominate domestic generation
Renewables accounted for 76.2% of electricity generated in Montenegro in 2025. Hydropower, wind and solar together made up the bulk of domestic output.
Hydropower remained the largest generation source, producing roughly two and a half times as much electricity as thermal generation. Wind and solar contributed alongside hydropower within the overall renewable share.
Electricity demand concentrated in households and services
The consumption mix reflects Montenegro’s limited energy-intensive industrial base. Industry represented only around 4.5% of final electricity demand.
Households, businesses and public services accounted for close to 95% of final electricity demand. Against that backdrop, reducing network losses and increasing domestic generation were highlighted as key factors for limiting import exposure as demand and regional trading rise.
