Gambia Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
The Gambia generated 510 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 100.0%. Demand was 510 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 659 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- The Gambia generated 510 GWh of electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 100.0% of the Gambia's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 0.0% of the Gambia's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of the Gambia's electricity was 659 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- The Gambia's carbon intensity in 2024 was about the same as in 2000, at 659 gCO2/kWh.
- The Gambia had the 176th highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 510 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 510 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 0.19 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 659 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.34 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 176 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 510 GWh | 100.0% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Other fossil |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 130 GWh |
| 2001 | 150 GWh |
| 2002 | 150 GWh |
| 2003 | 170 GWh |
| 2004 | 190 GWh |
| 2005 | 200 GWh |
| 2006 | 220 GWh |
| 2007 | 230 GWh |
| 2008 | 240 GWh |
| 2009 | 240 GWh |
| 2010 | 250 GWh |
| 2011 | 250 GWh |
| 2012 | 250 GWh |
| 2013 | 250 GWh |
| 2014 | 250 GWh |
| 2015 | 280 GWh |
| 2016 | 300 GWh |
| 2017 | 310 GWh |
| 2018 | 390 GWh |
| 2019 | 460 GWh |
| 2020 | 480 GWh |
| 2021 | 500 GWh |
| 2022 | 510 GWh |
| 2023 | 510 GWh |
| 2024 | 510 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 510 GWh | 510 GWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 510 GWh | 510 GWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 510 GWh | 510 GWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 500 GWh | 500 GWh | 658 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 480 GWh | 480 GWh | 658 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 460 GWh | 460 GWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 390 GWh | 390 GWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 310 GWh | 310 GWh | 658 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 300 GWh | 300 GWh | 657 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 280 GWh | 280 GWh | 657 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Gambia, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Gambia Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in the Gambia?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in the Gambia in 2024, supplying 100.0% of generation. Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does the Gambia use?
The Gambia used 510 GWh of electricity in 2024, about 0.19 MWh per person.
How clean is the Gambia's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in the Gambia emitted 659 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 0.0% of generation. That is 40% above the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.