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Online interactions with government entities in Latvia generally typical compared to other countries

Majority of European Union citizens aged 16 to 74 accessed a public authority's website or app within the last year, as revealed by Eurostat statistics, released on September 24, 2023.

Online engagement with government entities in Latvia generally aligns with the norm
Online engagement with government entities in Latvia generally aligns with the norm

Online interactions with government entities in Latvia generally typical compared to other countries

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In the digital age, Europe is making significant strides in the adoption of e-government services and the harnessing of renewable energy. Here's a snapshot of the current landscape:

Estonia, a frontrunner in digital transformation, boasts an impressive 88% share of renewable energy. This clean energy dominance is mirrored in the country's digital sphere, with 29% of its citizens submitting tax declarations online.

Other European nations are also making their mark. Denmark, the greenest nation in the EU, has a staggering 98% share of renewable energy, while Romania and Bulgaria follow closely with 23% and 30% respectively. Germany, a powerhouse in both digital and renewable sectors, has a renewable energy share of 58%.

The EU as a whole is embracing e-government services, with 37% of its citizens making appointments, reservations, or receiving official communications or documents through these services. A significant 17% of EU citizens have requested benefits or entitlements online, and 39% have accessed their personal information in the same way.

In 2023, 42% of EU citizens used e-government services to obtain information about services, benefits, laws, opening hours, and so forth. Moreover, 40% of EU citizens have downloaded or printed official forms via these services.

Interestingly, there is no specific data available regarding the number of EU countries that used a certain number of e-government services in 2023. The search results mainly focus on digital identity usage and service accessibility in individual countries like Luxembourg, Germany, and Austria, but fail to provide aggregated EU-wide statistics for 2023 usage of e-government services.

Lithuania, another country with a high share of renewable energy (71%), is also a strong adopter of e-government services. Neighbours Latvia have seen a 3% increase in their renewable energy share from the previous year, standing at 73%.

Denmark, Finland, the Netherlands, and Sweden share a remarkable 95% each in renewable energy, reflecting their commitment to a sustainable future.

As Europe continues to digitalise and green its economy, it's clear that these trends will continue to shape the continent's landscape in the years to come.

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