British Virgin Islands Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
The British Virgin Islands generated 170 GWh of electricity in 2023, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 100.0%. Demand was 170 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 659 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2023; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- The British Virgin Islands generated 170 GWh of electricity in 2023.
- Other fossil supplied 100.0% of the British Virgin Islands' electricity in 2023.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 0.0% of the British Virgin Islands' generation in 2023.
- The carbon intensity of the British Virgin Islands' electricity was 659 gCO2/kWh in 2023.
- The British Virgin Islands' carbon intensity in 2023 was 1% higher than in 2000, when it was 655 gCO2/kWh.
- The British Virgin Islands had the 194th highest electricity demand among the 213 countries with Ember data for 2023.
Key Figures, 2023
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 170 GWh | 2023 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 170 GWh | 2023 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 4.36 MWh | 2023 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2023 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 659 gCO2/kWh | 2023 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.11 MtCO2 | 2023 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2023 data) | 194 of 213 | 2023 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2023
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 170 GWh | 100.0% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2023| Year | Other fossil |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 110 GWh |
| 2001 | 120 GWh |
| 2002 | 140 GWh |
| 2003 | 140 GWh |
| 2004 | 150 GWh |
| 2005 | 160 GWh |
| 2006 | 170 GWh |
| 2007 | 180 GWh |
| 2008 | 180 GWh |
| 2009 | 190 GWh |
| 2010 | 200 GWh |
| 2011 | 190 GWh |
| 2012 | 200 GWh |
| 2013 | 200 GWh |
| 2014 | 200 GWh |
| 2015 | 210 GWh |
| 2016 | 220 GWh |
| 2017 | 170 GWh |
| 2018 | 160 GWh |
| 2019 | 160 GWh |
| 2020 | 160 GWh |
| 2021 | 170 GWh |
| 2022 | 170 GWh |
| 2023 | 170 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 170 GWh | 170 GWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 170 GWh | 170 GWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 170 GWh | 170 GWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 160 GWh | 160 GWh | 656 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 160 GWh | 160 GWh | 656 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 160 GWh | 160 GWh | 656 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 170 GWh | 170 GWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 220 GWh | 220 GWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 210 GWh | 210 GWh | 657 gCO2/kWh |
| 2014 | 200 GWh | 200 GWh | 660 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for British Virgin Islands, 2000 to 2023
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2023.
British Virgin Islands Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in the British Virgin Islands?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in the British Virgin Islands in 2023, supplying 100.0% of generation. Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does the British Virgin Islands use?
The British Virgin Islands used 170 GWh of electricity in 2023, about 4.36 MWh per person.
How clean is the British Virgin Islands' electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in the British Virgin Islands emitted 659 gCO2/kWh in 2023, and low carbon sources supplied 0.0% of generation. That is 36% above the world average of 484 gCO2/kWh.