Sadales tīkls plans to increase available electricity capacity in Latvia's development centers by approximately 200 megawatts by 2030, with significant implications for energy infrastructure investments.
AS "Sadales tīkls" has announced ambitious plans to enhance the electricity capacity available to users in Latvia's development centers, aiming for an increase of around 200 megawatts (MW) by the year 2030. This initiative, supported by European Union (EU) funding, was disclosed by the board chairman Sandis Jansons during an expert session discussing the readiness of Latvia's power grid for electrification. The proposed increase in capacity is significant, potentially supplying about half of Latvia's summer electricity demand, providing connection capacity for 50,000 households, or enabling approximately 40 data centers or 100 medium-sized manufacturing plants.
Looking towards the future, Jansons highlighted a projected tripling of electricity's share in total energy consumption, rising from 20% to about 60% by 2050. This substantial change underscores the urgent need for extensive investments not only in additional electrical capacity but also in the underlying infrastructure that will support this shift. The estimates from "Sadales tīkls" indicate that around 430 million euros will be necessary for the development of the power grid in the next EU funding planning period, emphasizing the critical nature of these infrastructural enhancements in meeting future energy demands and ensuring sustainable growth.
Overall, the planned upgrades by "Sadales tīkls" can significantly influence Latvia's energy landscape, positioning the country to better manage its electricity needs amidst rising consumption and growing reliance on electrification. The initiative represents a proactive response to the anticipated energy challenges and reflects a broader commitment to sustainable and modern energy solutions in Latvia, contributing to both national development and compliance with EU energy goals.
