Bosnia and Herzegovina Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Bosnia and Herzegovina generated 14.5 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Coal was the largest source at 55.7%, followed by hydro (36.4%) and solar (4.1%). Demand was 12.2 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 572 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025, with monthly figures through July 2026; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Bosnia and Herzegovina generated 14.5 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Coal supplied 55.7% of Bosnia and Herzegovina's electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 36.4% of Bosnia and Herzegovina's electricity in 2025.
- Solar supplied 4.1% of Bosnia and Herzegovina's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 43.3% of Bosnia and Herzegovina's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Bosnia and Herzegovina's electricity was 572 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Bosnia and Herzegovina's carbon intensity in 2025 was 10% higher than in 2000, when it was 518 gCO2/kWh.
- Bosnia and Herzegovina had the 80th highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 14.5 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 12.2 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 3.90 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | -2.29 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 572 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 8.31 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 80 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2025| Year | Coal | Hydro | Solar | Wind | Other fossil |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 5.29 TWh | 5.09 TWh | n/a | n/a | 50.0 GWh |
| 2001 | 5.36 TWh | 5.18 TWh | n/a | n/a | 90.0 GWh |
| 2002 | 5.38 TWh | 5.27 TWh | n/a | n/a | 140 GWh |
| 2003 | 6.63 TWh | 4.50 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a | 140 GWh |
| 2004 | 6.62 TWh | 5.98 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a | 130 GWh |
| 2005 | 6.46 TWh | 6.00 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a | 140 GWh |
| 2006 | 7.29 TWh | 5.84 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a | 160 GWh |
| 2007 | 7.63 TWh | 3.99 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a | 160 GWh |
| 2008 | 9.80 TWh | 4.87 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a | n/a |
| 2009 | 9.15 TWh | 6.24 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a | 30.0 GWh |
| 2010 | 8.80 TWh | 8.03 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a | 50.0 GWh |
| 2011 | 10.6 TWh | 4.39 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2012 | 9.58 TWh | 4.15 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2013 | 9.93 TWh | 7.24 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2014 | 11.0 TWh | 5.93 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 10.8 TWh | 5.54 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 12.0 TWh | 5.59 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 12.3 TWh | 3.79 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 12.4 TWh | 6.42 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 100 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 11.0 TWh | 6.10 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 250 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 11.9 TWh | 4.58 TWh | 50.0 GWh | 260 GWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 11.2 TWh | 6.69 TWh | 70.0 GWh | 380 GWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 11.1 TWh | 4.71 TWh | 110 GWh | 390 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 9.70 TWh | 6.75 TWh | 250 GWh | 360 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 9.13 TWh | 5.44 TWh | 390 GWh | 370 GWh | 150 GWh |
| 2025 | 8.08 TWh | 5.29 TWh | 590 GWh | 370 GWh | 150 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 14.5 TWh | 12.2 TWh | 572 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 15.5 TWh | 13.1 TWh | 602 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 17.2 TWh | 13.0 TWh | 576 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 16.4 TWh | 13.3 TWh | 683 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 18.4 TWh | 13.7 TWh | 616 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 16.8 TWh | 12.7 TWh | 711 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 17.4 TWh | 13.7 TWh | 638 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 19.1 TWh | 14.5 TWh | 661 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 16.2 TWh | 14.4 TWh | 766 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 17.7 TWh | 14.0 TWh | 686 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Bosnia and Herzegovina, 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 July 2026| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08 | 600 GWh | 850 GWh |
| 2024-09 | 690 GWh | 840 GWh |
| 2024-10 | 780 GWh | 920 GWh |
| 2024-11 | 790 GWh | 1.02 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 1.24 TWh | 1.35 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 1.17 TWh | 1.31 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 860 GWh | 990 GWh |
| 2025-03 | 730 GWh | 1.15 TWh |
| 2025-04 | 670 GWh | 920 GWh |
| 2025-05 | 700 GWh | 700 GWh |
| 2025-06 | 620 GWh | 770 GWh |
| 2025-07 | 630 GWh | 790 GWh |
| 2025-08 | 640 GWh | 870 GWh |
| 2025-09 | 580 GWh | 790 GWh |
| 2025-10 | 690 GWh | 890 GWh |
| 2025-11 | 860 GWh | 1.08 TWh |
| 2025-12 | 1.02 TWh | 1.18 TWh |
| 2026-01 | 1.06 TWh | 1.23 TWh |
| 2026-02 | 830 GWh | 1.13 TWh |
| 2026-03 | 880 GWh | 1.16 TWh |
| 2026-04 | 710 GWh | 830 GWh |
| 2026-05 | 580 GWh | 850 GWh |
| 2026-06 | 540 GWh | 790 GWh |
| 2026-07 | 640 GWh | 890 GWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of July 2026.
Bosnia and Herzegovina Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Coal was the largest source of electricity in Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2025, supplying 55.7% of generation, followed by hydro (36.4%) and solar (4.1%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Bosnia and Herzegovina use?
Bosnia and Herzegovina used 12.2 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 3.90 MWh per person.
How clean is Bosnia and Herzegovina's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Bosnia and Herzegovina emitted 572 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 43.3% of generation. That is 25% above the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Bosnia and Herzegovina import electricity?
No. Bosnia and Herzegovina was a net exporter in 2025, exporting 2.29 TWh more than it imported.