Cyprus Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Cyprus generated 5.77 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 74.9%, followed by solar (20.6%) and wind (3.6%). Demand was 5.77 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 505 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025, with monthly figures through August 2026; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Cyprus generated 5.77 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Other fossil supplied 74.9% of Cyprus' electricity in 2025.
- Solar supplied 20.6% of Cyprus' electricity in 2025.
- Wind supplied 3.6% of Cyprus' electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 25.1% of Cyprus' generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Cyprus' electricity was 505 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Cyprus' carbon intensity in 2025 was 23% lower than in 1990, when it was 658 gCO2/kWh.
- Cyprus had the 90th highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 5.77 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 5.77 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 4.31 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 505 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 2.92 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 90 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 4.33 TWh | 74.9% |
| Solar | 1.19 TWh | 20.6% |
| Wind | 210 GWh | 3.6% |
| Bioenergy | 50.0 GWh | 0.9% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 1990 to 2025| Year | Other fossil | Solar | Wind | Bioenergy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 1.97 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1991 | 2.08 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1992 | 2.43 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1993 | 2.59 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1994 | 2.68 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1995 | 2.50 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1996 | 2.61 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1997 | 2.73 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1998 | 2.99 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1999 | 3.14 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2000 | 3.37 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 3.55 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 3.79 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 4.05 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 4.20 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 4.38 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 4.65 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 4.87 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 5.06 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2009 | 5.18 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2010 | 5.25 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2011 | 4.75 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 110 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2012 | 4.46 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 190 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2013 | 3.96 TWh | 50.0 GWh | 230 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2014 | 4.03 TWh | 80.0 GWh | 180 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 4.14 TWh | 130 GWh | 220 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 4.46 TWh | 150 GWh | 230 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 4.57 TWh | 170 GWh | 210 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 4.58 TWh | 200 GWh | 220 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 4.63 TWh | 220 GWh | 240 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 4.25 TWh | 300 GWh | 240 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 4.34 TWh | 470 GWh | 250 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 4.38 TWh | 600 GWh | 220 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 4.24 TWh | 830 GWh | 210 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 4.40 TWh | 1.11 TWh | 210 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2025 | 4.33 TWh | 1.19 TWh | 210 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5.77 TWh | 5.77 TWh | 505 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 5.78 TWh | 5.78 TWh | 513 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 5.33 TWh | 5.33 TWh | 533 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 5.26 TWh | 5.26 TWh | 556 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 5.12 TWh | 5.12 TWh | 565 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 4.85 TWh | 4.85 TWh | 583 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 5.15 TWh | 5.15 TWh | 597 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 5.06 TWh | 5.06 TWh | 601 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 5.00 TWh | 5.00 TWh | 606 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 4.89 TWh | 4.89 TWh | 604 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Cyprus, 1990 to 2025
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2025.
Month by Month
Ember monthly statistics through August 2026| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-09 | 510 GWh | 510 GWh |
| 2024-10 | 430 GWh | 430 GWh |
| 2024-11 | 380 GWh | 390 GWh |
| 2024-12 | 460 GWh | 460 GWh |
| 2025-01 | 460 GWh | 450 GWh |
| 2025-02 | 470 GWh | 470 GWh |
| 2025-03 | 380 GWh | 400 GWh |
| 2025-04 | 360 GWh | 370 GWh |
| 2025-05 | 400 GWh | 410 GWh |
| 2025-06 | 500 GWh | 520 GWh |
| 2025-07 | 640 GWh | 640 GWh |
| 2025-08 | 640 GWh | 650 GWh |
| 2025-09 | 550 GWh | 550 GWh |
| 2025-10 | 430 GWh | 430 GWh |
| 2025-11 | 380 GWh | 390 GWh |
| 2025-12 | 440 GWh | 440 GWh |
| 2026-01 | 530 GWh | 540 GWh |
| 2026-02 | 420 GWh | 420 GWh |
| 2026-03 | 460 GWh | 460 GWh |
| 2026-04 | 390 GWh | 400 GWh |
| 2026-05 | 400 GWh | 400 GWh |
| 2026-06 | 510 GWh | 510 GWh |
| 2026-07 | 680 GWh | 680 GWh |
| 2026-08 | 670 GWh | 670 GWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of August 2026.
Cyprus Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Cyprus?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in Cyprus in 2025, supplying 74.9% of generation, followed by solar (20.6%) and wind (3.6%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Cyprus use?
Cyprus used 5.77 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 4.31 MWh per person.
How clean is Cyprus' electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Cyprus emitted 505 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 25.1% of generation. That is 10% above the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.