Cook Islands Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
The Cook Islands generated 40.0 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 50.0%, followed by solar (50.0%). Demand was 40.0 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 350 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- The Cook Islands generated 40.0 GWh of electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 50.0% of the Cook Islands' electricity in 2024.
- Solar supplied 50.0% of the Cook Islands' electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 50.0% of the Cook Islands' generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of the Cook Islands' electricity was 350 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- The Cook Islands' carbon intensity in 2024 was 48% lower than in 2000, when it was 667 gCO2/kWh.
- The Cook Islands had the 195th highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 40.0 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 40.0 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 2.91 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 350 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.01 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 195 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 20.0 GWh | 50.0% |
| Solar | 20.0 GWh | 50.0% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Other fossil | Solar |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 30.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 30.0 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 30.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 30.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 20.0 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 20.0 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 20.0 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 20.0 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 40.0 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 350 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 40.0 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 350 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 40.0 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 350 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 40.0 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 350 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 40.0 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 500 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 40.0 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 500 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 50.0 GWh | 50.0 GWh | 420 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 40.0 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 500 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 30.0 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 667 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 30.0 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 667 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Cook Islands, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Cook Islands Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in the Cook Islands?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in the Cook Islands in 2024, supplying 50.0% of generation, followed by solar (50.0%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does the Cook Islands use?
The Cook Islands used 40.0 GWh of electricity in 2024, about 2.91 MWh per person.
How clean is the Cook Islands' electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in the Cook Islands emitted 350 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 50.0% of generation. That is 26% below the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.