Montenegro Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Montenegro generated 2.46 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Hydro was the largest source at 58.5%, followed by coal (24.4%) and wind (11.4%). Demand was 3.49 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 265 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025, with monthly figures through July 2026; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Montenegro generated 2.46 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 58.5% of Montenegro's electricity in 2025.
- Coal supplied 24.4% of Montenegro's electricity in 2025.
- Wind supplied 11.4% of Montenegro's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 75.6% of Montenegro's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Montenegro's electricity was 265 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Montenegro's carbon intensity in 2025 was 28% lower than in 2005, when it was 369 gCO2/kWh.
- Montenegro had the 92nd highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 2.46 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 3.49 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 5.52 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 1.03 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 265 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.65 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 92 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2005 to 2025| Year | Hydro | Coal | Wind | Solar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1.87 TWh | 1.00 TWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 1.75 TWh | 1.20 TWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 1.28 TWh | 860 GWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 1.54 TWh | 1.29 TWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 2.07 TWh | 690 GWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 2.75 TWh | 1.27 TWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 1.20 TWh | 1.45 TWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 1.48 TWh | 1.37 TWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 2.50 TWh | 1.44 TWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 1.75 TWh | 1.42 TWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 1.49 TWh | 1.51 TWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 1.84 TWh | 1.30 TWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 1.02 TWh | 1.36 TWh | 100 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2018 | 2.11 TWh | 1.55 TWh | 140 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2019 | 1.63 TWh | 1.50 TWh | 300 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2020 | 1.45 TWh | 1.62 TWh | 320 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2021 | 2.01 TWh | 1.44 TWh | 320 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2022 | 1.44 TWh | 1.55 TWh | 320 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2023 | 2.22 TWh | 1.64 TWh | 310 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 1.77 TWh | 1.43 TWh | 270 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2025 | 1.44 TWh | 600 GWh | 280 GWh | 140 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2.46 TWh | 3.49 TWh | 265 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 3.53 TWh | 3.37 TWh | 425 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 4.19 TWh | 3.32 TWh | 411 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 3.31 TWh | 3.18 TWh | 487 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 3.77 TWh | 3.60 TWh | 401 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 3.39 TWh | 3.47 TWh | 496 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 3.43 TWh | 3.68 TWh | 456 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 3.80 TWh | 3.60 TWh | 428 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 2.48 TWh | 3.60 TWh | 567 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 3.14 TWh | 3.44 TWh | 434 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Montenegro, 2005 to 2025
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2025.
Month by Month
Ember monthly statistics through July 2026| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08 | 370 GWh | 250 GWh |
| 2024-09 | 260 GWh | 220 GWh |
| 2024-10 | 280 GWh | 360 GWh |
| 2024-11 | 380 GWh | 350 GWh |
| 2024-12 | 430 GWh | 380 GWh |
| 2025-01 | 370 GWh | 310 GWh |
| 2025-02 | 290 GWh | 270 GWh |
| 2025-03 | 380 GWh | 370 GWh |
| 2025-04 | 350 GWh | 140 GWh |
| 2025-05 | 300 GWh | 100 GWh |
| 2025-06 | 360 GWh | 90.0 GWh |
| 2025-07 | 470 GWh | 90.0 GWh |
| 2025-08 | 410 GWh | 90.0 GWh |
| 2025-09 | 330 GWh | 110 GWh |
| 2025-10 | 370 GWh | 120 GWh |
| 2025-11 | 320 GWh | 220 GWh |
| 2025-12 | 370 GWh | 320 GWh |
| 2026-01 | 330 GWh | 480 GWh |
| 2026-02 | 280 GWh | 460 GWh |
| 2026-03 | 290 GWh | 360 GWh |
| 2026-04 | 260 GWh | 200 GWh |
| 2026-05 | 200 GWh | 160 GWh |
| 2026-06 | 300 GWh | 230 GWh |
| 2026-07 | 360 GWh | 220 GWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of July 2026.
Montenegro Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Montenegro?
Hydro was the largest source of electricity in Montenegro in 2025, supplying 58.5% of generation, followed by coal (24.4%) and wind (11.4%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Montenegro use?
Montenegro used 3.49 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 5.52 MWh per person.
How clean is Montenegro's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Montenegro emitted 265 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 75.6% of generation. That is 42% below the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Montenegro import electricity?
Yes. Montenegro imported 1.03 TWh more electricity than it exported in 2025.