Sweden Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Sweden generated 171 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Hydro was the largest source at 40.0%, followed by nuclear (27.5%) and wind (22.8%). Demand was 137 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 35 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025, with monthly figures through August 2026; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Sweden generated 171 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 40.0% of Sweden's electricity in 2025.
- Nuclear supplied 27.5% of Sweden's electricity in 2025.
- Wind supplied 22.8% of Sweden's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 98.8% of Sweden's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Sweden's electricity was 35 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Sweden's carbon intensity in 2025 was 6% higher than in 1990, when it was 33 gCO2/kWh.
- Sweden had the 28th highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 171 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 137 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 12.83 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | -33.7 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 35 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 6.03 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 28 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 1990 to 2025| Year | Hydro | Nuclear | Wind | Bioenergy | Solar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 72.5 TWh | 68.2 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 1.94 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1991 | 63.2 TWh | 76.8 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 1.86 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1992 | 74.3 TWh | 63.5 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 2.01 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1993 | 74.7 TWh | 61.4 TWh | 50.0 GWh | 2.17 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1994 | 59.1 TWh | 73.2 TWh | 70.0 GWh | 2.23 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1995 | 68.1 TWh | 69.9 TWh | 100 GWh | 2.35 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1996 | 51.7 TWh | 74.3 TWh | 140 GWh | 2.12 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1997 | 69.1 TWh | 69.9 TWh | 200 GWh | 2.77 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1998 | 75.0 TWh | 73.6 TWh | 320 GWh | 2.78 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1999 | 71.7 TWh | 73.2 TWh | 360 GWh | 2.70 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2000 | 78.6 TWh | 57.3 TWh | 460 GWh | 4.10 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 79.1 TWh | 72.1 TWh | 480 GWh | 3.78 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 66.4 TWh | 68.1 TWh | 610 GWh | 4.18 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 53.5 TWh | 67.4 TWh | 680 GWh | 4.51 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 60.1 TWh | 77.5 TWh | 860 GWh | 7.20 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 72.8 TWh | 72.4 TWh | 930 GWh | 7.49 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 61.7 TWh | 67.0 TWh | 980 GWh | 8.36 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 66.2 TWh | 67.0 TWh | 1.43 TWh | 9.84 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 69.1 TWh | 63.9 TWh | 2.00 TWh | 10.3 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 65.9 TWh | 52.2 TWh | 2.49 TWh | 11.5 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2010 | 66.4 TWh | 57.8 TWh | 3.49 TWh | 12.2 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2011 | 66.4 TWh | 60.5 TWh | 6.11 TWh | 11.5 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2012 | 78.9 TWh | 64.0 TWh | 7.17 TWh | 12.2 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2013 | 61.4 TWh | 66.5 TWh | 9.84 TWh | 11.5 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2014 | 63.8 TWh | 64.9 TWh | 11.2 TWh | 10.7 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 75.3 TWh | 56.4 TWh | 16.3 TWh | 10.8 TWh | 100 GWh |
| 2016 | 62.0 TWh | 63.1 TWh | 15.5 TWh | 11.5 TWh | 140 GWh |
| 2017 | 65.1 TWh | 65.7 TWh | 17.6 TWh | 12.1 TWh | 230 GWh |
| 2018 | 62.2 TWh | 68.6 TWh | 16.6 TWh | 11.9 TWh | 410 GWh |
| 2019 | 65.4 TWh | 66.1 TWh | 19.9 TWh | 13.0 TWh | 680 GWh |
| 2020 | 72.4 TWh | 49.2 TWh | 27.5 TWh | 11.2 TWh | 1.05 TWh |
| 2021 | 73.9 TWh | 53.0 TWh | 27.3 TWh | 13.1 TWh | 1.53 TWh |
| 2022 | 69.9 TWh | 51.9 TWh | 33.3 TWh | 13.1 TWh | 1.98 TWh |
| 2023 | 66.2 TWh | 48.5 TWh | 34.3 TWh | 11.7 TWh | 3.11 TWh |
| 2024 | 64.6 TWh | 50.7 TWh | 40.4 TWh | 10.2 TWh | 4.16 TWh |
| 2025 | 68.2 TWh | 46.9 TWh | 38.9 TWh | 9.97 TWh | 4.44 TWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 171 TWh | 137 TWh | 35 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 172 TWh | 139 TWh | 35 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 166 TWh | 138 TWh | 38 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 173 TWh | 140 TWh | 41 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 172 TWh | 146 TWh | 42 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 164 TWh | 139 TWh | 39 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 168 TWh | 142 TWh | 42 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 163 TWh | 146 TWh | 43 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 164 TWh | 145 TWh | 42 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 156 TWh | 144 TWh | 43 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Sweden, 1990 to 2025
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2025.
Month by Month
Ember monthly statistics through August 2026| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-09 | 9.17 TWh | 11.8 TWh |
| 2024-10 | 10.5 TWh | 13.7 TWh |
| 2024-11 | 11.9 TWh | 14.9 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 12.9 TWh | 16.0 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 13.8 TWh | 16.6 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 12.6 TWh | 15.3 TWh |
| 2025-03 | 12.2 TWh | 15.8 TWh |
| 2025-04 | 10.3 TWh | 13.4 TWh |
| 2025-05 | 9.63 TWh | 12.0 TWh |
| 2025-06 | 8.75 TWh | 10.9 TWh |
| 2025-07 | 8.42 TWh | 11.7 TWh |
| 2025-08 | 9.01 TWh | 11.4 TWh |
| 2025-09 | 9.07 TWh | 11.2 TWh |
| 2025-10 | 10.4 TWh | 12.6 TWh |
| 2025-11 | 11.7 TWh | 14.7 TWh |
| 2025-12 | 12.8 TWh | 16.7 TWh |
| 2026-01 | 14.7 TWh | 17.7 TWh |
| 2026-02 | 13.6 TWh | 15.6 TWh |
| 2026-03 | 11.9 TWh | 14.9 TWh |
| 2026-04 | 10.4 TWh | 13.1 TWh |
| 2026-05 | 9.48 TWh | 11.4 TWh |
| 2026-06 | 8.71 TWh | 9.93 TWh |
| 2026-07 | 7.98 TWh | 9.94 TWh |
| 2026-08 | 8.82 TWh | 11.0 TWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of August 2026.
Sweden Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Sweden?
Hydro was the largest source of electricity in Sweden in 2025, supplying 40.0% of generation, followed by nuclear (27.5%) and wind (22.8%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Sweden use?
Sweden used 137 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 12.83 MWh per person.
How clean is Sweden's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Sweden emitted 35 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 98.8% of generation. That is 92% below the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Sweden import electricity?
No. Sweden was a net exporter in 2025, exporting 33.7 TWh more than it imported.