Smart Energy

As of 2026, Latvia is rapidly advancing its smart energy and mobility capabilities, driven by strong commitments to sustainability, digitalisation, and the transition to low-carbon technologies. Ranked among the top EU countries in renewable energy consumption, Latvia provides a stable foundation for developing clean energy solutions, smart grids, e-mobility infrastructure, and next-generation transport technologies. 

The sector unites energy innovators, engineering firms, ICT developers, mobility operators, and research institutions, leveraging one of the lowest greenfield prices in the EU, geographic advantages such as strong wind resources and underground structures, and advanced digital capabilities. This creates a dynamic ecosystem that fosters climate-neutral growth and accelerates the deployment of cutting-edge solutions across the Baltic region. 

Key Strengths

  • Renewable energy with EU market access: 4 th in the EU in share of energy from renewable sorces and consumption with over 50% from renewable sources, 2025.
    62% of Latvia’s final energy consumption is targeted to come from RES by 2030.

  • Highly prepared electricity grid with low network tariffs: 5.8+ GW is available in the transmission grid for the connection of new power plants. Advanced ICT sector in Latvia enabling smart grids and energy-data solutions. 

  • Geographical advantages: 500km+ coastline with favorable wind conditions in sea ->9m/s, and underground sites storage potential for the CC or natural gas storage. 

  • SEZ and industrial park ecosystem: 
    80% - 100% discount on real estate tax 
    80% discount on CIT for dividends 
    No upfront VAT payments  
    Excise tax exemption on certain fuel usage 

  • Low land costs: EU's second-lowest greenfield prices - €4,591, 2024 

  •  Active support from government and municipalities for green transition investments. 

 

Main subsectors​​​​​
  • Power-to-X Production 
    Usage of Latvian Green Electricity to: Hydrogen initiatives, green ammonia, Methanol, Bio-fuels, eSAF & SAF productions. 

  • Biomethane Production 
    Biomethanol and bio-slurry production with government support, feedstock from local biowaste, biomethanol injection points, and natural underground structures (sites). 

  • Hybrid Parks 
    Combining Batteries, Wind & Solar, Data Centers, Gigafactories. 

  • Smart City Solutions & Urban Mobility  
    Electric Mobility & Charging Infrastructure, City Mobility, Digitalization & Smart Logistics, Engineering & Power Electronics. 

Fast facts
  • Latvia is ranked 4th among EU countries in renewable energy share of total consumption.

  • Strong growth in large-scale wind farms, BESS systems, hybrid parks, and solar installations. 

  • Rapid expansion of EV charging networks supporting domestic and Baltic mobility corridors.

  • Increasing investment in hydrogen and SAF R&D, with early-stage pilot projects underway.

  • Local ICT, smart manufacturing & engineering sectors provide a robust foundation for energy software, monitoring systems and automation.

Industry statistics
  • +65% sector Turnover growth over 2020–2024 

  • EUR 10,1B Sector balance (2024) +22% growth over 2020–2024 

  • +86% Exports growth over 2020–2024 (The main trade partners concentrated in EU markets, with Germany, Denmark, and Estonia consistently leading)

  • +30% Value-added growth (2020–2024) 

  • 3,6K Companies (2024) ~4.6% of sector companies - foreign-controlled 

  • ~15 GW Potential of offshore wind parks in the Latvian part of the Baltic Sea 

Employment and education
  • 25% STEM sector Students: or 18,498 individuals, icluding 2561 foreign students 

  • ~46% Adults in Tertiary education 

  • 80% of Energy Sector employees speak in English 

  • ~30'000 Total Labor pool in the Energy Sector 

  • 56% Share of Female in Energy Sector (EU average of 48.8%) 

  • EUR 2,116 Average gross salary for typical professions in these sectors. Energy sector is Top 3 most paid sector in Latvia 

  • Leading academic institutions — University of Latvia, Riga Technical University, Riga Technical College — supply specialists in energy systems, power engineering and digital mobility.

  • Strong cooperation between universities, research labs and industry fosters hands-on innovation.

Industry leaders
  • East Metal
    A leading manufacturer of complex steel structures with more than 40,000 m² of production space across four plants in Latvia and Denmark. Specialises in components for wind energy, transport equipment, cranes, lifting gear, and machinery for industrial applications.

  • CNC SAAN
    A precision metal processing company offering milling, turning, welding and CMM measurement services. Exports mainly to Sweden, Norway, Germany and Denmark, with capabilities supporting machine-building, energy, agriculture, forestry, oil & gas, and furniture industries.

  • Energofirma Jauda
    One of the Baltic region’s largest producers of electrical materials and equipment, with over 50 years of experience. Manufactures compact substations, low- and medium-voltage equipment, metal constructions and electrical installation components.

  • Getliņi
    The largest municipal solid waste management site in the Baltics and one of Europe’s most advanced. Operates as a modern recycling and resource-recovery centre, producing biogas from biodegradable waste for renewable energy generation.

  • Ekubirojs
    A regional leader in promoting energy efficiency and green investment, facilitating collaboration between experts, developers and financiers to renovate and modernise Soviet-era buildings across the Baltics and Eastern Europe.

  • Hemp Eco Systems
    Developer of innovative hemp-based building materials, providing sustainable, healthy and energy-efficient alternatives to conventional insulation products.

  • Ko Tu Elpo
    Creator of smart air biofilters that combine natural processes with modern technology to improve indoor air quality by capturing pollutants and enhancing ventilation efficiency.

  • Blue Shock Race
    A pioneer in electric go-kart technology, contributing to the advancement of electric mobility solutions and demonstrating practical applications of high-performance EV systems.

  • Aerones
    A global innovator in robotic wind turbine maintenance, offering advanced robotic and IoT-based tools for inspection, repair and cleaning. The technology reduces downtime, lowers costs, increases turbine efficiency and contributes to greenhouse gas emission reduction.

Transport and storage sector in Latvia

 From a transport and logistics perspective, Latvia offers one of the most advantageous locations in Northern Europe. Positioned at the centre of the Baltic Sea region — one of Europe’s fastest-growing economic areas — Latvia provides direct access to major EU, Nordic and Eurasian markets.  To get further information on Transport and storage sector in Latvia click here.

 

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