Belarus Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Belarus generated 45.1 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Gas was the largest source at 56.5%, followed by nuclear (37.6%) and other fossil (3.7%). Demand was 44.6 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 316 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
- Belarus generated 45.1 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Gas supplied 56.5% of Belarus' electricity in 2025.
- Nuclear supplied 37.6% of Belarus' electricity in 2025.
- Other fossil supplied 3.7% of Belarus' electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 39.8% of Belarus' generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Belarus' electricity was 316 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Belarus' carbon intensity in 2025 was 39% lower than in 2000, when it was 518 gCO2/kWh.
- Belarus had the 52nd highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 45.1 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 44.6 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 4.99 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | -590 GWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 316 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 14.3 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 52 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2025| Year | Gas | Nuclear | Other fossil | Bioenergy | Hydro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 24.4 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.71 TWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2001 | 23.6 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.46 TWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2002 | 25.1 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.36 TWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2003 | 25.5 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.09 TWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2004 | 29.7 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.51 TWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2005 | 30.0 TWh | 0 TWh | 940 GWh | 0 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2006 | 30.2 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.56 TWh | 0 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2007 | 31.5 TWh | 0 TWh | 250 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2008 | 34.0 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.01 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2009 | 24.8 TWh | 0 TWh | 5.43 TWh | 70.0 GWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2010 | 33.9 TWh | 0 TWh | 830 GWh | 90.0 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2011 | 31.6 TWh | 0 TWh | 390 GWh | 100 GWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2012 | 29.8 TWh | 0 TWh | 790 GWh | 130 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2013 | 31.0 TWh | 0 TWh | 180 GWh | 150 GWh | 140 GWh |
| 2014 | 34.0 TWh | 0 TWh | 380 GWh | 160 GWh | 120 GWh |
| 2015 | 33.4 TWh | 0 TWh | 360 GWh | 190 GWh | 110 GWh |
| 2016 | 32.5 TWh | 0 TWh | 580 GWh | 180 GWh | 140 GWh |
| 2017 | 33.5 TWh | 0 TWh | 190 GWh | 190 GWh | 400 GWh |
| 2018 | 37.9 TWh | 0 TWh | 260 GWh | 210 GWh | 320 GWh |
| 2019 | 39.2 TWh | 0 TWh | 200 GWh | 340 GWh | 340 GWh |
| 2020 | 34.7 TWh | 340 GWh | 2.13 TWh | 590 GWh | 390 GWh |
| 2021 | 32.2 TWh | 5.78 TWh | 1.98 TWh | 550 GWh | 370 GWh |
| 2022 | 29.4 TWh | 4.68 TWh | 1.81 TWh | 500 GWh | 370 GWh |
| 2023 | 27.0 TWh | 11.7 TWh | 1.66 TWh | 530 GWh | 390 GWh |
| 2024 | 27.0 TWh | 15.7 TWh | 1.70 TWh | 550 GWh | 400 GWh |
| 2025 | 25.5 TWh | 17.0 TWh | 1.67 TWh | 370 GWh | 340 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 45.1 TWh | 44.6 TWh | 316 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 45.8 TWh | 45.2 TWh | 329 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 41.7 TWh | 41.4 TWh | 360 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 37.2 TWh | 36.5 TWh | 439 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 41.3 TWh | 41.0 TWh | 433 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 38.5 TWh | 38.0 TWh | 499 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 40.5 TWh | 38.1 TWh | 499 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 39.0 TWh | 38.0 TWh | 501 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 34.5 TWh | 37.1 TWh | 500 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 33.6 TWh | 36.6 TWh | 506 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Belarus, 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 | 3.46 TWh | 3.46 TWh |
| 2024-05 | 3.28 TWh | 3.27 TWh |
| 2024-06 | 3.26 TWh | 3.25 TWh |
| 2024-07 | 3.40 TWh | 3.40 TWh |
| 2024-08 | 3.29 TWh | 3.29 TWh |
| 2024-09 | 3.21 TWh | 3.20 TWh |
| 2024-10 | 3.67 TWh | 3.66 TWh |
| 2024-11 | 3.78 TWh | 3.78 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 3.86 TWh | 3.85 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 3.90 TWh | 3.90 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 3.84 TWh | 3.85 TWh |
| 2025-03 | 3.92 TWh | 3.92 TWh |
| 2025-04 | 3.37 TWh | 3.36 TWh |
| 2025-05 | 3.28 TWh | 3.28 TWh |
| 2025-06 | 3.06 TWh | 3.06 TWh |
| 2025-07 | 3.17 TWh | 3.16 TWh |
| 2025-08 | 3.20 TWh | 3.20 TWh |
| 2025-09 | 3.17 TWh | 3.16 TWh |
| 2025-10 | 3.78 TWh | 3.77 TWh |
| 2025-11 | 3.76 TWh | 3.73 TWh |
| 2025-12 | 3.97 TWh | 3.95 TWh |
| 2026-01 | 4.26 TWh | 4.25 TWh |
| 2026-02 | 3.86 TWh | 3.86 TWh |
| 2026-03 | 3.85 TWh | 3.84 TWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of March 2026.
Belarus Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Belarus?
Gas was the largest source of electricity in Belarus in 2025, supplying 56.5% of generation, followed by nuclear (37.6%) and other fossil (3.7%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Belarus use?
Belarus used 44.6 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 4.99 MWh per person.
How clean is Belarus' electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Belarus emitted 316 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 39.8% of generation. That is 31% below the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Belarus import electricity?
No. Belarus was a net exporter in 2025, exporting 590 GWh more than it imported.