Saint Kitts and Nevis Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Saint Kitts and Nevis generated 230 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 91.3%, followed by solar (4.4%) and wind (4.4%). Demand was 230 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 604 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Saint Kitts and Nevis generated 230 GWh of electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 91.3% of Saint Kitts and Nevis' electricity in 2024.
- Solar supplied 4.4% of Saint Kitts and Nevis' electricity in 2024.
- Wind supplied 4.4% of Saint Kitts and Nevis' electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 8.7% of Saint Kitts and Nevis' generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of Saint Kitts and Nevis' electricity was 604 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- Saint Kitts and Nevis' carbon intensity in 2024 was 8% lower than in 2000, when it was 660 gCO2/kWh.
- Saint Kitts and Nevis had the 185th highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 230 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 230 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 4.91 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 604 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.14 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 185 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 210 GWh | 91.3% |
| Solar | 10.0 GWh | 4.4% |
| Wind | 10.0 GWh | 4.4% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Other fossil | Solar | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 150 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 160 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 180 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 180 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 180 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 190 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 190 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 210 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 200 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 220 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 210 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 220 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 210 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2013 | 210 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2014 | 210 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 210 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 220 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 220 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2018 | 220 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 220 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 210 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 210 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 210 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 210 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 210 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 230 GWh | 230 GWh | 604 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 220 GWh | 220 GWh | 627 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 220 GWh | 220 GWh | 627 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 220 GWh | 220 GWh | 627 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 220 GWh | 220 GWh | 627 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 230 GWh | 230 GWh | 630 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 230 GWh | 230 GWh | 630 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 220 GWh | 220 GWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 230 GWh | 230 GWh | 630 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 220 GWh | 220 GWh | 627 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Saint Kitts and Nevis, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Saint Kitts and Nevis Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Saint Kitts and Nevis?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in Saint Kitts and Nevis in 2024, supplying 91.3% of generation, followed by solar (4.4%) and wind (4.4%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Saint Kitts and Nevis use?
Saint Kitts and Nevis used 230 GWh of electricity in 2024, about 4.91 MWh per person.
How clean is Saint Kitts and Nevis' electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Saint Kitts and Nevis emitted 604 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 8.7% of generation. That is 28% above the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.