Kenya Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Kenya generated 14.0 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Other renewables was the largest source at 45.9%, followed by hydro (20.9%) and wind (16.4%). Demand was 15.6 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 96 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025, with monthly figures through June 2026; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Kenya generated 14.0 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Other renewables supplied 45.9% of Kenya's electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 20.9% of Kenya's electricity in 2025.
- Wind supplied 16.4% of Kenya's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 90.1% of Kenya's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Kenya's electricity was 96 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Kenya's carbon intensity in 2025 was 76% lower than in 2000, when it was 403 gCO2/kWh.
- Kenya had the 73rd highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 14.0 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 15.6 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 0.27 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 1.54 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 96 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 1.35 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 73 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other renewables | 6.45 TWh | 45.9% |
| Hydro | 2.94 TWh | 20.9% |
| Wind | 2.30 TWh | 16.4% |
| Other fossil | 1.39 TWh | 9.9% |
| Solar | 650 GWh | 4.6% |
| Bioenergy | 310 GWh | 2.2% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2025| Year | Other renewables | Hydro | Wind | Other fossil | Solar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 430 GWh | 1.31 TWh | 0 TWh | 2.57 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 480 GWh | 2.38 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.95 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 390 GWh | 3.09 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.20 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 790 GWh | 3.23 TWh | 0 TWh | 990 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 1.03 TWh | 2.84 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.82 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 1.00 TWh | 3.00 TWh | 0 TWh | 2.23 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 1.01 TWh | 3.24 TWh | 0 TWh | 2.79 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 1.02 TWh | 3.45 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.73 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 1.18 TWh | 2.82 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.68 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 1.34 TWh | 2.15 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 2.58 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 1.45 TWh | 3.39 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 1.83 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 1.50 TWh | 3.42 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 2.41 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2012 | 1.58 TWh | 4.26 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 1.84 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2013 | 1.91 TWh | 3.91 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 1.75 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2014 | 3.21 TWh | 3.28 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 2.17 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 4.48 TWh | 3.75 TWh | 60.0 GWh | 1.00 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 4.69 TWh | 3.31 TWh | 60.0 GWh | 1.04 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 4.76 TWh | 3.17 TWh | 60.0 GWh | 2.07 TWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 5.13 TWh | 3.99 TWh | 380 GWh | 1.55 TWh | 90.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 5.24 TWh | 3.21 TWh | 1.56 TWh | 1.31 TWh | 90.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 5.06 TWh | 4.23 TWh | 1.33 TWh | 750 GWh | 90.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 5.04 TWh | 3.67 TWh | 1.99 TWh | 1.26 TWh | 170 GWh |
| 2022 | 5.52 TWh | 3.04 TWh | 2.14 TWh | 1.58 TWh | 420 GWh |
| 2023 | 6.03 TWh | 2.67 TWh | 2.01 TWh | 1.31 TWh | 580 GWh |
| 2024 | 6.00 TWh | 3.10 TWh | 2.17 TWh | 1.13 TWh | 660 GWh |
| 2025 | 6.45 TWh | 2.94 TWh | 2.30 TWh | 1.39 TWh | 650 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 14.0 TWh | 15.6 TWh | 96 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 13.3 TWh | 14.8 TWh | 86 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 12.8 TWh | 13.7 TWh | 97 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 13.0 TWh | 13.3 TWh | 109 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 12.4 TWh | 12.7 TWh | 96 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 11.7 TWh | 11.8 TWh | 73 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 11.6 TWh | 11.8 TWh | 103 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 11.3 TWh | 11.4 TWh | 119 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 10.8 TWh | 11.1 TWh | 164 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 9.68 TWh | 9.73 TWh | 109 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Kenya, 2000 to 2025
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2025.
Month by Month
Ember monthly statistics through June 2026| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-07 | 1.19 TWh | 1.09 TWh |
| 2024-08 | 1.22 TWh | 1.09 TWh |
| 2024-09 | 1.17 TWh | 1.05 TWh |
| 2024-10 | 1.23 TWh | 1.10 TWh |
| 2024-11 | 1.20 TWh | 1.07 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 1.17 TWh | 1.05 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 1.22 TWh | 1.08 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 1.13 TWh | 1.01 TWh |
| 2025-03 | 1.23 TWh | 1.12 TWh |
| 2025-04 | 1.19 TWh | 1.07 TWh |
| 2025-05 | 1.24 TWh | 1.12 TWh |
| 2025-06 | 1.19 TWh | 1.07 TWh |
| 2025-07 | 1.29 TWh | 1.16 TWh |
| 2025-08 | 1.28 TWh | 1.14 TWh |
| 2025-09 | 1.23 TWh | 1.09 TWh |
| 2025-10 | 1.30 TWh | 1.15 TWh |
| 2025-11 | 1.29 TWh | 1.16 TWh |
| 2025-12 | 1.28 TWh | 1.17 TWh |
| 2026-01 | 1.30 TWh | 1.20 TWh |
| 2026-02 | 1.20 TWh | 1.09 TWh |
| 2026-03 | 1.31 TWh | 1.17 TWh |
| 2026-04 | 1.27 TWh | 1.13 TWh |
| 2026-05 | 1.30 TWh | 1.16 TWh |
| 2026-06 | 1.31 TWh | 1.17 TWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of June 2026.
Kenya Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Kenya?
Other renewables was the largest source of electricity in Kenya in 2025, supplying 45.9% of generation, followed by hydro (20.9%) and wind (16.4%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Kenya use?
Kenya used 15.6 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 0.27 MWh per person.
How clean is Kenya's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Kenya emitted 96 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 90.1% of generation. That is 79% below the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Kenya import electricity?
Yes. Kenya imported 1.54 TWh more electricity than it exported in 2025.