Cayman Islands Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
The Cayman Islands generated 710 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 95.8%, followed by solar (4.2%). Demand was 710 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 632 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- The Cayman Islands generated 710 GWh of electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 95.8% of the Cayman Islands' electricity in 2024.
- Solar supplied 4.2% of the Cayman Islands' electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 4.2% of the Cayman Islands' generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of the Cayman Islands' electricity was 632 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- The Cayman Islands' carbon intensity in 2024 was 4% lower than in 2000, when it was 659 gCO2/kWh.
- The Cayman Islands had the 167th highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 710 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 710 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 9.54 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 632 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.45 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 167 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 680 GWh | 95.8% |
| Solar | 30.0 GWh | 4.2% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Other fossil | Solar |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 440 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 470 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 480 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 510 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 450 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 480 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 560 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 600 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 620 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 630 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 620 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 630 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 610 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 620 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 620 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 640 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 670 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 670 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 660 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 700 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 670 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 680 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 680 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 680 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 680 GWh | 30.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 710 GWh | 710 GWh | 632 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 700 GWh | 700 GWh | 640 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 700 GWh | 700 GWh | 640 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 700 GWh | 700 GWh | 640 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 690 GWh | 690 GWh | 641 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 720 GWh | 720 GWh | 642 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 670 GWh | 670 GWh | 649 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 680 GWh | 680 GWh | 649 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 670 GWh | 670 GWh | 658 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 640 GWh | 640 GWh | 658 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Cayman Islands, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Cayman Islands Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in the Cayman Islands?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in the Cayman Islands in 2024, supplying 95.8% of generation, followed by solar (4.2%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does the Cayman Islands use?
The Cayman Islands used 710 GWh of electricity in 2024, about 9.54 MWh per person.
How clean is the Cayman Islands' electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in the Cayman Islands emitted 632 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 4.2% of generation. That is 34% above the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.