Luxembourg imports more than 50 per cent of its electricity from Germany

Luxembourg's Minister of Economy, SMEs, Energy and Tourism, Lex Delles, responded to a parliamentary enquiry on the state of the country's electricity market. In 2023, Luxembourg imported 52.3 per cent of its electricity from Germany, underlining the country's dependence on external supplies.

According to the report "Chiffres clé du marché de l'électricité, Année 2023" published in June 2024, the average supply from Germany was 290 MW, with a maximum of 800 MW. This dependence is explained by Luxembourg's participation in a common market area with Germany, where prices are formed on the basis of a balance between supply and demand. The share of renewable sources such as solar and wind also influences price fluctuations and supply volumes.

The Minister emphasised that a pan-European electricity market facilitates the most efficient allocation of resources, which is important to reduce costs. However, he noted that the stability of energy supply needs to be assessed in the context of the European system as a whole. ENTSO-E's annual reports confirm the reliability of the network, but point to the need for further infrastructure development.

One of the key projects is the construction of a new 380 kV transmission line between Luxembourg and Germany. This project is recognised as vital to prevent possible future supply disruptions. Also, regular testing of crisis response plans and cooperation between grid operators helps to minimise risks.

Luxembourg is actively working on increasing the share of renewable energy and developing flexible capacity. This is necessary to ensure a sustainable energy supply in the face of growing demand and climate challenges. However, the high level of import dependency remains a challenge that requires long-term solutions.