South Sudan Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
South Sudan generated 560 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 98.2%, followed by solar (1.8%). Demand was 560 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 646 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- South Sudan generated 560 GWh of electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 98.2% of South Sudan's electricity in 2024.
- Solar supplied 1.8% of South Sudan's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 1.8% of South Sudan's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of South Sudan's electricity was 646 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- South Sudan's carbon intensity in 2024 was 2% lower than in 2012, when it was 659 gCO2/kWh.
- South Sudan had the 174th highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 560 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 560 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 0.05 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 646 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.36 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 174 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 550 GWh | 98.2% |
| Solar | 10.0 GWh | 1.8% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2012 to 2024| Year | Other fossil | Solar |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 440 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 470 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 480 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 580 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 520 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 540 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2018 | 540 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2019 | 550 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2020 | 550 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 560 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 500 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 550 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 550 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 560 GWh | 560 GWh | 646 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 560 GWh | 560 GWh | 646 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 510 GWh | 510 GWh | 645 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 570 GWh | 570 GWh | 647 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 560 GWh | 560 GWh | 646 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 550 GWh | 550 GWh | 658 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 540 GWh | 540 GWh | 657 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 540 GWh | 540 GWh | 657 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 520 GWh | 520 GWh | 658 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 580 GWh | 580 GWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for South Sudan, 2012 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
South Sudan Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in South Sudan?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in South Sudan in 2024, supplying 98.2% of generation, followed by solar (1.8%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does South Sudan use?
South Sudan used 560 GWh of electricity in 2024, about 0.05 MWh per person.
How clean is South Sudan's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in South Sudan emitted 646 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 1.8% of generation. That is 37% above the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.