Seychelles Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
The Seychelles generated 630 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 84.1%, followed by solar (14.3%) and wind (1.6%). Demand was 630 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 560 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- The Seychelles generated 630 GWh of electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 84.1% of the Seychelles' electricity in 2024.
- Solar supplied 14.3% of the Seychelles' electricity in 2024.
- Wind supplied 1.6% of the Seychelles' electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 15.9% of the Seychelles' generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of the Seychelles' electricity was 560 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- The Seychelles' carbon intensity in 2024 was 15% lower than in 2000, when it was 660 gCO2/kWh.
- The Seychelles had the 168th highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 630 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 630 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 4.83 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 560 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.35 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 168 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 530 GWh | 84.1% |
| Solar | 90.0 GWh | 14.3% |
| Wind | 10.0 GWh | 1.6% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Other fossil | Solar | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 200 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 200 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 230 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 230 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 230 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 300 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 320 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 340 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 340 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 350 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 380 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 400 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 410 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 430 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2014 | 440 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 450 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 490 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 500 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 510 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 530 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2020 | 520 GWh | 60.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 520 GWh | 70.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 530 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 530 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 530 GWh | 90.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 630 GWh | 630 GWh | 560 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 620 GWh | 620 GWh | 569 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 620 GWh | 620 GWh | 569 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 600 GWh | 600 GWh | 577 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 590 GWh | 590 GWh | 585 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 570 GWh | 570 GWh | 616 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 520 GWh | 520 GWh | 646 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 510 GWh | 510 GWh | 645 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 500 GWh | 500 GWh | 646 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 460 GWh | 460 GWh | 643 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Seychelles, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Seychelles Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in the Seychelles?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in the Seychelles in 2024, supplying 84.1% of generation, followed by solar (14.3%) and wind (1.6%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does the Seychelles use?
The Seychelles used 630 GWh of electricity in 2024, about 4.83 MWh per person.
How clean is the Seychelles' electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in the Seychelles emitted 560 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 15.9% of generation. That is 19% above the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.