North Macedonia Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
North Macedonia generated 7.10 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Solar was the largest source at 31.1%, followed by coal (29.2%) and hydro (17.5%). Demand was 8.48 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 407 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
- North Macedonia generated 7.10 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Solar supplied 31.1% of North Macedonia's electricity in 2025.
- Coal supplied 29.2% of North Macedonia's electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 17.5% of North Macedonia's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 53.1% of North Macedonia's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of North Macedonia's electricity was 407 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- North Macedonia's carbon intensity in 2025 was 56% lower than in 1990, when it was 925 gCO2/kWh.
- North Macedonia had the 83rd highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 7.10 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 8.48 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 4.68 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 1.38 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 407 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 2.89 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 83 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 1990 to 2025| Year | Solar | Coal | Hydro | Gas | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 0 TWh | 5.16 TWh | 490 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1991 | 0 TWh | 4.86 TWh | 850 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1992 | 0 TWh | 5.16 TWh | 850 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1993 | 0 TWh | 4.57 TWh | 520 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1994 | 0 TWh | 5.21 TWh | 690 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1995 | 0 TWh | 5.29 TWh | 800 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1996 | 0 TWh | 5.72 TWh | 850 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1997 | 0 TWh | 5.76 TWh | 900 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1998 | 0 TWh | 5.91 TWh | 1.08 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1999 | 0 TWh | 5.44 TWh | 1.39 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2000 | 0 TWh | 5.21 TWh | 1.17 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a |
| 2001 | 0 TWh | 5.57 TWh | 630 GWh | 0 TWh | n/a |
| 2002 | 0 TWh | 5.12 TWh | 760 GWh | 0 TWh | n/a |
| 2003 | 0 TWh | 5.34 TWh | 1.37 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a |
| 2004 | 0 TWh | 5.16 TWh | 1.48 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a |
| 2005 | 0 TWh | 5.44 TWh | 1.49 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a |
| 2006 | 0 TWh | 5.11 TWh | 1.65 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a |
| 2007 | 0 TWh | 5.01 TWh | 1.01 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a |
| 2008 | 0 TWh | 5.29 TWh | 840 GWh | 0 TWh | n/a |
| 2009 | 0 TWh | 5.30 TWh | 1.27 TWh | 0 TWh | n/a |
| 2010 | 0 TWh | 4.74 TWh | 2.43 TWh | 30.0 GWh | n/a |
| 2011 | 0 TWh | 5.17 TWh | 1.43 TWh | 90.0 GWh | n/a |
| 2012 | 0 TWh | 4.83 TWh | 1.04 TWh | 300 GWh | n/a |
| 2013 | 10.0 GWh | 4.03 TWh | 1.58 TWh | 360 GWh | n/a |
| 2014 | 10.0 GWh | 3.74 TWh | 1.21 TWh | 200 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 20.0 GWh | 3.30 TWh | 1.87 TWh | 180 GWh | 120 GWh |
| 2016 | 20.0 GWh | 2.89 TWh | 1.90 TWh | 570 GWh | 110 GWh |
| 2017 | 20.0 GWh | 3.39 TWh | 1.11 TWh | 830 GWh | 110 GWh |
| 2018 | 20.0 GWh | 2.85 TWh | 1.79 TWh | 750 GWh | 100 GWh |
| 2019 | 20.0 GWh | 3.51 TWh | 1.16 TWh | 960 GWh | 100 GWh |
| 2020 | 20.0 GWh | 2.63 TWh | 1.28 TWh | 1.14 TWh | 120 GWh |
| 2021 | 50.0 GWh | 2.19 TWh | 1.45 TWh | 1.55 TWh | 100 GWh |
| 2022 | 100 GWh | 2.77 TWh | 1.35 TWh | 990 GWh | 110 GWh |
| 2023 | 370 GWh | 2.77 TWh | 1.62 TWh | 1.38 TWh | 160 GWh |
| 2024 | 890 GWh | 2.36 TWh | 1.37 TWh | 1.29 TWh | 170 GWh |
| 2025 | 2.21 TWh | 2.07 TWh | 1.24 TWh | 1.09 TWh | 300 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.10 TWh | 8.48 TWh | 407 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 6.31 TWh | 7.02 TWh | 512 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 6.90 TWh | 7.05 TWh | 567 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 5.94 TWh | 7.35 TWh | 626 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 5.53 TWh | 8.01 TWh | 565 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 5.34 TWh | 7.67 TWh | 624 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 5.87 TWh | 7.70 TWh | 701 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 5.61 TWh | 7.53 TWh | 597 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 5.60 TWh | 7.58 TWh | 705 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 5.63 TWh | 7.66 TWh | 592 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for North Macedonia, 1990 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 | 550 GWh | 570 GWh |
| 2024-08 | 520 GWh | 560 GWh |
| 2024-09 | 480 GWh | 490 GWh |
| 2024-10 | 470 GWh | 420 GWh |
| 2024-11 | 750 GWh | 610 GWh |
| 2024-12 | 870 GWh | 630 GWh |
| 2025-01 | 900 GWh | 660 GWh |
| 2025-02 | 800 GWh | 690 GWh |
| 2025-03 | 710 GWh | 620 GWh |
| 2025-04 | 640 GWh | 510 GWh |
| 2025-05 | 580 GWh | 530 GWh |
| 2025-06 | 560 GWh | 550 GWh |
| 2025-07 | 630 GWh | 660 GWh |
| 2025-08 | 590 GWh | 560 GWh |
| 2025-09 | 560 GWh | 580 GWh |
| 2025-10 | 690 GWh | 650 GWh |
| 2025-11 | 730 GWh | 640 GWh |
| 2025-12 | 910 GWh | 720 GWh |
| 2026-01 | 940 GWh | 740 GWh |
| 2026-02 | 740 GWh | 640 GWh |
| 2026-03 | 740 GWh | 610 GWh |
| 2026-04 | 630 GWh | 580 GWh |
| 2026-05 | 560 GWh | 550 GWh |
| 2026-06 | 500 GWh | 480 GWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of June 2026.
North Macedonia Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in North Macedonia?
Solar was the largest source of electricity in North Macedonia in 2025, supplying 31.1% of generation, followed by coal (29.2%) and hydro (17.5%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does North Macedonia use?
North Macedonia used 8.48 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 4.68 MWh per person.
How clean is North Macedonia's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in North Macedonia emitted 407 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 53.1% of generation. That is 11% below the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does North Macedonia import electricity?
Yes. North Macedonia imported 1.38 TWh more electricity than it exported in 2025.