Azerbaijan Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Azerbaijan generated 27.6 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Gas was the largest source at 89.1%, followed by hydro (10.3%) and bioenergy (0.4%). Demand was 26.1 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 642 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025, with monthly figures through March 2026; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Azerbaijan generated 27.6 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Gas supplied 89.1% of Azerbaijan's electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 10.3% of Azerbaijan's electricity in 2025.
- Bioenergy supplied 0.4% of Azerbaijan's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 11.0% of Azerbaijan's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Azerbaijan's electricity was 642 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Azerbaijan's carbon intensity in 2025 was 4% higher than in 2000, when it was 618 gCO2/kWh.
- Azerbaijan had the 63rd highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 27.6 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 26.1 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 2.54 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | -1.53 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 642 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 17.7 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 63 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | 24.6 TWh | 89.1% |
| Hydro | 2.84 TWh | 10.3% |
| Bioenergy | 100 GWh | 0.4% |
| Wind | 90.0 GWh | 0.3% |
| Other fossil | 70.0 GWh | 0.3% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2025| Year | Gas | Hydro | Bioenergy | Wind | Other fossil |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 3.71 TWh | 1.52 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 13.5 TWh |
| 2001 | 11.3 TWh | 1.29 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.40 TWh |
| 2002 | 10.9 TWh | 2.00 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 5.79 TWh |
| 2003 | 11.2 TWh | 2.44 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 7.60 TWh |
| 2004 | 12.8 TWh | 2.73 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.15 TWh |
| 2005 | 14.0 TWh | 2.98 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 5.87 TWh |
| 2006 | 15.9 TWh | 2.49 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.11 TWh |
| 2007 | 15.5 TWh | 2.34 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 3.99 TWh |
| 2008 | 17.7 TWh | 2.21 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.72 TWh |
| 2009 | 16.1 TWh | 2.29 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 500 GWh |
| 2010 | 15.2 TWh | 3.41 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2011 | 17.3 TWh | 2.65 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 350 GWh |
| 2012 | 20.7 TWh | 1.80 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 520 GWh |
| 2013 | 21.7 TWh | 1.47 TWh | 90.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2014 | 23.2 TWh | 1.29 TWh | 80.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 21.3 TWh | 1.62 TWh | 90.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 1.61 TWh |
| 2016 | 20.2 TWh | 1.94 TWh | 90.0 GWh | 20.0 GWh | 2.59 TWh |
| 2017 | 21.0 TWh | 1.73 TWh | 90.0 GWh | 20.0 GWh | 1.32 TWh |
| 2018 | 23.1 TWh | 1.75 TWh | 80.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 24.1 TWh | 1.55 TWh | 100 GWh | 100 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 24.4 TWh | 1.07 TWh | 100 GWh | 100 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 25.6 TWh | 1.28 TWh | 100 GWh | 90.0 GWh | 630 GWh |
| 2022 | 27.0 TWh | 1.60 TWh | 100 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 90.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 27.1 TWh | 1.64 TWh | 110 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 110 GWh |
| 2024 | 24.5 TWh | 3.00 TWh | 100 GWh | 90.0 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2025 | 24.6 TWh | 2.84 TWh | 100 GWh | 90.0 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 27.6 TWh | 26.1 TWh | 642 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 27.8 TWh | 26.6 TWh | 634 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 29.1 TWh | 26.1 TWh | 670 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 28.9 TWh | 26.1 TWh | 672 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 27.8 TWh | 26.3 TWh | 677 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 25.8 TWh | 24.7 TWh | 680 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 26.0 TWh | 24.6 TWh | 668 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 25.1 TWh | 23.8 TWh | 662 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 24.2 TWh | 23.1 TWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 24.9 TWh | 23.9 TWh | 652 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Azerbaijan, 2000 to 2025
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2025.
Month by Month
Ember monthly statistics through March 2026| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-04 | 1.85 TWh | 1.86 TWh |
| 2024-05 | 1.74 TWh | 1.75 TWh |
| 2024-06 | 2.05 TWh | 2.06 TWh |
| 2024-07 | 2.70 TWh | 2.79 TWh |
| 2024-08 | 2.32 TWh | 2.40 TWh |
| 2024-09 | 2.38 TWh | 2.47 TWh |
| 2024-10 | 1.86 TWh | 1.88 TWh |
| 2024-11 | 1.88 TWh | 1.90 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 2.25 TWh | 2.27 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 2.08 TWh | 2.19 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 2.10 TWh | 2.22 TWh |
| 2025-03 | 2.04 TWh | 2.16 TWh |
| 2025-04 | 1.83 TWh | 1.92 TWh |
| 2025-05 | 1.77 TWh | 1.86 TWh |
| 2025-06 | 1.95 TWh | 2.05 TWh |
| 2025-07 | 2.48 TWh | 2.57 TWh |
| 2025-08 | 2.47 TWh | 2.56 TWh |
| 2025-09 | 2.01 TWh | 2.07 TWh |
| 2025-10 | 1.84 TWh | 1.87 TWh |
| 2025-11 | 1.93 TWh | 1.96 TWh |
| 2025-12 | 2.18 TWh | 2.23 TWh |
| 2026-01 | 2.19 TWh | 2.23 TWh |
| 2026-02 | 1.99 TWh | 2.01 TWh |
| 2026-03 | 2.09 TWh | 2.12 TWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of March 2026.
Azerbaijan Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Azerbaijan?
Gas was the largest source of electricity in Azerbaijan in 2025, supplying 89.1% of generation, followed by hydro (10.3%) and bioenergy (0.4%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Azerbaijan use?
Azerbaijan used 26.1 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 2.54 MWh per person.
How clean is Azerbaijan's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Azerbaijan emitted 642 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 11.0% of generation. That is 40% above the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Azerbaijan import electricity?
No. Azerbaijan was a net exporter in 2025, exporting 1.53 TWh more than it imported.