Republic of the Congo Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
The Republic of the Congo generated 5.46 TWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Gas was the largest source at 73.8%, followed by hydro (20.2%) and other fossil (5.3%). Demand was 5.38 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 716 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- The Republic of the Congo generated 5.46 TWh of electricity in 2024.
- Gas supplied 73.8% of the Republic of the Congo's electricity in 2024.
- Hydro supplied 20.2% of the Republic of the Congo's electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 5.3% of the Republic of the Congo's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 20.9% of the Republic of the Congo's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of the Republic of the Congo's electricity was 716 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- The Republic of the Congo's carbon intensity in 2024 was 2,864% higher than in 2000, when it was 24 gCO2/kWh.
- The Republic of the Congo had the 131st highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 5.46 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 5.38 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 0.85 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | -80.0 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 716 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 3.91 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 131 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | 4.03 TWh | 73.8% |
| Hydro | 1.10 TWh | 20.2% |
| Other fossil | 290 GWh | 5.3% |
| Bioenergy | 30.0 GWh | 0.6% |
| Solar | 10.0 GWh | 0.2% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Gas | Hydro | Other fossil | Bioenergy | Solar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 0 TWh | 290 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 0 TWh | 330 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 0 TWh | 390 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 60.0 GWh | 340 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 70.0 GWh | 330 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 80.0 GWh | 350 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 80.0 GWh | 370 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 70.0 GWh | 330 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 90.0 GWh | 370 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 190 GWh | 330 GWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 340 GWh | 430 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 490 GWh | 780 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 710 GWh | 980 GWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 740 GWh | 960 GWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 790 GWh | 940 GWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 1.43 TWh | 1.09 TWh | 240 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 1.64 TWh | 1.12 TWh | 180 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 1.65 TWh | 1.19 TWh | 110 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2018 | 1.87 TWh | 1.05 TWh | 130 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2019 | 2.63 TWh | 1.05 TWh | 180 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2020 | 2.74 TWh | 1.05 TWh | 190 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2021 | 2.83 TWh | 1.05 TWh | 200 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2022 | 3.60 TWh | 1.05 TWh | 270 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2023 | 3.81 TWh | 1.22 TWh | 290 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 4.03 TWh | 1.10 TWh | 290 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5.46 TWh | 5.38 TWh | 716 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 5.36 TWh | 5.31 TWh | 692 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 4.95 TWh | 4.95 TWh | 707 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 4.11 TWh | 4.11 TWh | 669 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 4.01 TWh | 4.01 TWh | 664 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 3.89 TWh | 3.87 TWh | 657 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 3.08 TWh | 3.08 TWh | 593 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 2.98 TWh | 2.98 TWh | 542 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 2.97 TWh | 2.97 TWh | 556 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 2.79 TWh | 2.77 TWh | 537 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Republic of the Congo, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Republic of the Congo Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in the Republic of the Congo?
Gas was the largest source of electricity in the Republic of the Congo in 2024, supplying 73.8% of generation, followed by hydro (20.2%) and other fossil (5.3%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does the Republic of the Congo use?
The Republic of the Congo used 5.38 TWh of electricity in 2024, about 0.85 MWh per person.
How clean is the Republic of the Congo's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in the Republic of the Congo emitted 716 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 20.9% of generation. That is 52% above the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.
Does the Republic of the Congo import electricity?
No. The Republic of the Congo was a net exporter in 2024, exporting 80.0 GWh more than it imported.