Peru Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Peru generated 60.5 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Hydro was the largest source at 56.0%, followed by gas (36.1%) and wind (3.5%). Demand was 60.6 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 238 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
- Peru generated 60.5 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 56.0% of Peru's electricity in 2025.
- Gas supplied 36.1% of Peru's electricity in 2025.
- Wind supplied 3.5% of Peru's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 63.6% of Peru's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Peru's electricity was 238 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Peru's carbon intensity in 2025 was 69% higher than in 2000, when it was 141 gCO2/kWh.
- Peru had the 43rd highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 60.5 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 60.6 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 1.75 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 30.0 GWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 238 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 14.4 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 43 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2025| Year | Hydro | Gas | Wind | Solar | Bioenergy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 16.2 TWh | 790 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 160 GWh |
| 2001 | 17.6 TWh | 870 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 160 GWh |
| 2002 | 18.0 TWh | 1.10 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 190 GWh |
| 2003 | 18.5 TWh | 1.32 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 200 GWh |
| 2004 | 17.5 TWh | 2.33 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 150 GWh |
| 2005 | 18.1 TWh | 4.55 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 350 GWh |
| 2006 | 19.7 TWh | 4.83 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 350 GWh |
| 2007 | 19.6 TWh | 8.22 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 420 GWh |
| 2008 | 19.0 TWh | 10.1 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 460 GWh |
| 2009 | 19.5 TWh | 10.4 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 460 GWh |
| 2010 | 20.0 TWh | 12.2 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 670 GWh |
| 2011 | 21.6 TWh | 14.0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 680 GWh |
| 2012 | 21.4 TWh | 15.7 TWh | 0 TWh | 60.0 GWh | 670 GWh |
| 2013 | 22.3 TWh | 18.1 TWh | 0 TWh | 200 GWh | 960 GWh |
| 2014 | 22.2 TWh | 20.9 TWh | 260 GWh | 200 GWh | 1.29 TWh |
| 2015 | 23.7 TWh | 21.7 TWh | 600 GWh | 230 GWh | 910 GWh |
| 2016 | 24.2 TWh | 23.6 TWh | 1.06 TWh | 240 GWh | 560 GWh |
| 2017 | 29.1 TWh | 19.9 TWh | 1.07 TWh | 290 GWh | 470 GWh |
| 2018 | 30.7 TWh | 20.7 TWh | 1.50 TWh | 750 GWh | 420 GWh |
| 2019 | 31.5 TWh | 21.7 TWh | 1.65 TWh | 780 GWh | 550 GWh |
| 2020 | 30.5 TWh | 18.7 TWh | 1.81 TWh | 790 GWh | 540 GWh |
| 2021 | 31.9 TWh | 21.2 TWh | 1.82 TWh | 800 GWh | 580 GWh |
| 2022 | 29.7 TWh | 26.0 TWh | 1.93 TWh | 840 GWh | 590 GWh |
| 2023 | 29.7 TWh | 27.4 TWh | 1.93 TWh | 840 GWh | 600 GWh |
| 2024 | 32.0 TWh | 23.2 TWh | 2.09 TWh | 950 GWh | 600 GWh |
| 2025 | 33.9 TWh | 21.8 TWh | 2.13 TWh | 1.86 TWh | 650 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 60.5 TWh | 60.6 TWh | 238 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 59.3 TWh | 59.3 TWh | 258 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 60.9 TWh | 60.9 TWh | 292 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 59.9 TWh | 59.9 TWh | 288 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 57.0 TWh | 57.0 TWh | 251 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 53.0 TWh | 53.0 TWh | 240 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 56.9 TWh | 56.9 TWh | 257 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 54.6 TWh | 54.6 TWh | 253 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 52.7 TWh | 52.7 TWh | 272 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 51.6 TWh | 51.6 TWh | 321 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Peru, 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 July 2026| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08 | 5.06 TWh | 5.05 TWh |
| 2024-09 | 4.92 TWh | 4.92 TWh |
| 2024-10 | 5.10 TWh | 5.10 TWh |
| 2024-11 | 5.04 TWh | 5.04 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 5.18 TWh | 5.18 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 5.18 TWh | 5.18 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 4.86 TWh | 4.86 TWh |
| 2025-03 | 5.35 TWh | 5.34 TWh |
| 2025-04 | 5.08 TWh | 5.09 TWh |
| 2025-05 | 5.08 TWh | 5.07 TWh |
| 2025-06 | 4.92 TWh | 4.92 TWh |
| 2025-07 | 5.07 TWh | 5.06 TWh |
| 2025-08 | 5.07 TWh | 5.07 TWh |
| 2025-09 | 5.03 TWh | 5.02 TWh |
| 2025-10 | 5.27 TWh | 5.26 TWh |
| 2025-11 | 5.06 TWh | 5.06 TWh |
| 2025-12 | 5.31 TWh | 5.29 TWh |
| 2026-01 | 5.38 TWh | 5.38 TWh |
| 2026-02 | 5.00 TWh | 5.00 TWh |
| 2026-03 | 5.44 TWh | 5.45 TWh |
| 2026-04 | 5.31 TWh | 5.31 TWh |
| 2026-05 | 5.36 TWh | 5.36 TWh |
| 2026-06 | 5.28 TWh | 5.27 TWh |
| 2026-07 | 5.46 TWh | 5.47 TWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of July 2026.
Peru Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Peru?
Hydro was the largest source of electricity in Peru in 2025, supplying 56.0% of generation, followed by gas (36.1%) and wind (3.5%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Peru use?
Peru used 60.6 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 1.75 MWh per person.
How clean is Peru's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Peru emitted 238 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 63.6% of generation. That is 48% below the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Peru import electricity?
Yes. Peru imported 30.0 GWh more electricity than it exported in 2025.