Chad Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Chad generated 370 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 94.6%, followed by bioenergy (2.7%) and wind (2.7%). Demand was 370 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 630 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Chad generated 370 GWh of electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 94.6% of Chad's electricity in 2024.
- Bioenergy supplied 2.7% of Chad's electricity in 2024.
- Wind supplied 2.7% of Chad's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 5.4% of Chad's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of Chad's electricity was 630 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- Chad's carbon intensity in 2024 was 4% lower than in 2000, when it was 656 gCO2/kWh.
- Chad had the 181st highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 370 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 370 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 0.02 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 630 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.23 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 181 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 350 GWh | 94.6% |
| Bioenergy | 10.0 GWh | 2.7% |
| Wind | 10.0 GWh | 2.7% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Other fossil | Bioenergy | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 90.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 100 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 100 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 110 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 120 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 120 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 120 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 120 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 140 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 170 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 190 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 200 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 230 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 270 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 290 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 290 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 290 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 300 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 320 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 330 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 330 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 410 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 370 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 340 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 350 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 370 GWh | 370 GWh | 630 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 360 GWh | 360 GWh | 628 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 390 GWh | 390 GWh | 631 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 430 GWh | 430 GWh | 633 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 350 GWh | 350 GWh | 626 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 350 GWh | 350 GWh | 626 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 340 GWh | 340 GWh | 626 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 320 GWh | 320 GWh | 625 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 310 GWh | 310 GWh | 623 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 300 GWh | 300 GWh | 643 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Chad, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Chad Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Chad?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in Chad in 2024, supplying 94.6% of generation, followed by bioenergy (2.7%) and wind (2.7%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Chad use?
Chad used 370 GWh of electricity in 2024, about 0.02 MWh per person.
How clean is Chad's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Chad emitted 630 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 5.4% of generation. That is 33% above the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.