Liberia Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Liberia generated 570 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Hydro was the largest source at 52.6%, followed by other fossil (45.6%) and solar (1.8%). Demand was 570 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 314 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Liberia generated 570 GWh of electricity in 2024.
- Hydro supplied 52.6% of Liberia's electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 45.6% of Liberia's electricity in 2024.
- Solar supplied 1.8% of Liberia's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 54.4% of Liberia's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of Liberia's electricity was 314 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- Liberia's carbon intensity in 2024 was 52% lower than in 2000, when it was 660 gCO2/kWh.
- Liberia had the 172nd highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 570 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 570 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 0.10 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 314 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.18 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 172 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hydro | 300 GWh | 52.6% |
| Other fossil | 260 GWh | 45.6% |
| Solar | 10.0 GWh | 1.8% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Hydro | Other fossil | Solar |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 0 TWh | 200 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 0 TWh | 200 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 0 TWh | 200 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 0 TWh | 200 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 0 TWh | 200 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 0 TWh | 200 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 0 TWh | 200 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 0 TWh | 250 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 0 TWh | 250 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 0 TWh | 250 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 0 TWh | 250 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 0 TWh | 300 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 0 TWh | 300 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 0 TWh | 300 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 0 TWh | 300 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 0 TWh | 310 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 0 TWh | 300 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 0 TWh | 350 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2018 | 130 GWh | 280 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2019 | 130 GWh | 290 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2020 | 130 GWh | 320 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2021 | 130 GWh | 250 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2022 | 130 GWh | 260 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2023 | 350 GWh | 260 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2024 | 300 GWh | 260 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 570 GWh | 570 GWh | 314 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 610 GWh | 610 GWh | 293 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 390 GWh | 390 GWh | 446 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 380 GWh | 380 GWh | 442 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 450 GWh | 450 GWh | 476 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 420 GWh | 420 GWh | 462 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 410 GWh | 410 GWh | 456 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 350 GWh | 350 GWh | 657 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 300 GWh | 300 GWh | 657 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 310 GWh | 310 GWh | 658 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Liberia, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Liberia Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Liberia?
Hydro was the largest source of electricity in Liberia in 2024, supplying 52.6% of generation, followed by other fossil (45.6%) and solar (1.8%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Liberia use?
Liberia used 570 GWh of electricity in 2024, about 0.10 MWh per person.
How clean is Liberia's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Liberia emitted 314 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 54.4% of generation. That is 33% below the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.