Maldives Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
The Maldives generated 850 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 92.9%, followed by solar (7.1%). Demand was 850 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 615 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- The Maldives generated 850 GWh of electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 92.9% of the Maldives' electricity in 2024.
- Solar supplied 7.1% of the Maldives' electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 7.1% of the Maldives' generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of the Maldives' electricity was 615 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- The Maldives' carbon intensity in 2024 was 7% lower than in 2000, when it was 660 gCO2/kWh.
- The Maldives had the 163rd highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 850 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 850 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 1.61 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 615 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.52 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 163 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 790 GWh | 92.9% |
| Solar | 60.0 GWh | 7.1% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Other fossil | Solar |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 150 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 160 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 190 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 220 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 240 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 270 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 310 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 350 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 410 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 390 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 350 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 380 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 400 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 420 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 530 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 610 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 660 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 710 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 760 GWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 780 GWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 780 GWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 790 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 790 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 790 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 790 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 850 GWh | 850 GWh | 615 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 850 GWh | 850 GWh | 615 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 850 GWh | 850 GWh | 615 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 840 GWh | 840 GWh | 621 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 820 GWh | 820 GWh | 628 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 810 GWh | 810 GWh | 636 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 790 GWh | 790 GWh | 635 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 730 GWh | 730 GWh | 641 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 670 GWh | 670 GWh | 649 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 620 GWh | 620 GWh | 648 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Maldives, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Maldives Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in the Maldives?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in the Maldives in 2024, supplying 92.9% of generation, followed by solar (7.1%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does the Maldives use?
The Maldives used 850 GWh of electricity in 2024, about 1.61 MWh per person.
How clean is the Maldives' electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in the Maldives emitted 615 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 7.1% of generation. That is 30% above the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.