Antigua and Barbuda Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Antigua and Barbuda generated 370 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 91.9%, followed by solar (8.1%). Demand was 370 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 608 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Antigua and Barbuda generated 370 GWh of electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 91.9% of Antigua and Barbuda's electricity in 2024.
- Solar supplied 8.1% of Antigua and Barbuda's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 8.1% of Antigua and Barbuda's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of Antigua and Barbuda's electricity was 608 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- Antigua and Barbuda's carbon intensity in 2024 was 8% lower than in 2000, when it was 660 gCO2/kWh.
- Antigua and Barbuda had the 181st highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 370 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 370 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 3.95 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 608 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.22 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 181 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 340 GWh | 91.9% |
| Solar | 30.0 GWh | 8.1% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Other fossil | Solar |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 150 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 170 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 190 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 210 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 220 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 240 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 260 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 290 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 300 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 330 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 330 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 330 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 330 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 330 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 340 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 340 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 340 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 340 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 350 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 350 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 330 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 330 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 340 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 340 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 340 GWh | 30.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 370 GWh | 370 GWh | 608 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 360 GWh | 360 GWh | 625 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 360 GWh | 360 GWh | 625 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 350 GWh | 350 GWh | 623 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 350 GWh | 350 GWh | 623 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 360 GWh | 360 GWh | 642 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 360 GWh | 360 GWh | 642 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 350 GWh | 350 GWh | 640 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 340 GWh | 340 GWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 350 GWh | 350 GWh | 640 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Antigua and Barbuda, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Antigua and Barbuda Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Antigua and Barbuda?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in Antigua and Barbuda in 2024, supplying 91.9% of generation, followed by solar (8.1%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Antigua and Barbuda use?
Antigua and Barbuda used 370 GWh of electricity in 2024, about 3.95 MWh per person.
How clean is Antigua and Barbuda's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Antigua and Barbuda emitted 608 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 8.1% of generation. That is 29% above the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.