COLOMBO, Oct. 9 -- Sri Lanka's reliance on renewable energy slipped in July 2025 as rising power demand forced a return to fuel oil generation, despite the country's continued push toward greener energy sources, official data show.

Renewables accounted for 66% of total electricity generation in July, down from 73% in June, as the country's electricity demand rose in line with the broader economic recovery.

Total power generation reached 1,583 GWh in July, up 8.3% from a year earlier. Renewable energy contributed 1,044 GWh, slightly lower than 1,091 GWh in June, mainly due to reduced hydro output. Ceylon Electricity Board's (CEB) large hydropower plants generated 628 GWh, maintaining their role as the primary clean energy source.

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