Greenland Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Greenland generated 600 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Hydro was the largest source at 78.3%, followed by other fossil (16.7%) and bioenergy (5.0%). Demand was 600 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 138 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Greenland generated 600 GWh of electricity in 2024.
- Hydro supplied 78.3% of Greenland's electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 16.7% of Greenland's electricity in 2024.
- Bioenergy supplied 5.0% of Greenland's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 83.3% of Greenland's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of Greenland's electricity was 138 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- Greenland's carbon intensity in 2024 was 52% lower than in 2000, when it was 286 gCO2/kWh.
- Greenland had the 170th highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 600 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 600 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 10.75 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 138 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.08 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 170 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hydro | 470 GWh | 78.3% |
| Other fossil | 100 GWh | 16.7% |
| Bioenergy | 30.0 GWh | 5.0% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Hydro | Other fossil | Bioenergy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 170 GWh | 120 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 160 GWh | 120 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 180 GWh | 130 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 180 GWh | 130 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 190 GWh | 140 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 200 GWh | 140 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 200 GWh | 150 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 200 GWh | 160 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 200 GWh | 170 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 260 GWh | 150 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 290 GWh | 120 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 340 GWh | 110 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 340 GWh | 110 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 370 GWh | 90.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 390 GWh | 90.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 420 GWh | 90.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 400 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 380 GWh | 120 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2018 | 420 GWh | 100 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2019 | 410 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2020 | 430 GWh | 90.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2021 | 430 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2022 | 470 GWh | 70.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2023 | 480 GWh | 110 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 470 GWh | 100 GWh | 30.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 600 GWh | 600 GWh | 138 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 610 GWh | 610 GWh | 144 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 540 GWh | 540 GWh | 106 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 510 GWh | 510 GWh | 124 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 520 GWh | 520 GWh | 133 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 490 GWh | 490 GWh | 127 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 520 GWh | 520 GWh | 146 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 500 GWh | 500 GWh | 176 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 480 GWh | 480 GWh | 129 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 510 GWh | 510 GWh | 135 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Greenland, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Greenland Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Greenland?
Hydro was the largest source of electricity in Greenland in 2024, supplying 78.3% of generation, followed by other fossil (16.7%) and bioenergy (5.0%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Greenland use?
Greenland used 600 GWh of electricity in 2024, about 10.75 MWh per person.
How clean is Greenland's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Greenland emitted 138 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 83.3% of generation. That is 71% below the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.