Taiwan Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Taiwan generated 289 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Gas was the largest source at 48.8%, followed by coal (36.1%) and solar (5.5%). Demand was 289 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 634 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025, with monthly figures through July 2026; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Taiwan generated 289 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Gas supplied 48.8% of Taiwan's electricity in 2025.
- Coal supplied 36.1% of Taiwan's electricity in 2025.
- Solar supplied 5.5% of Taiwan's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 13.5% of Taiwan's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Taiwan's electricity was 634 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Taiwan's carbon intensity in 2025 was 92% higher than in 1985, when it was 331 gCO2/kWh.
- Taiwan had the 17th highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 289 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 289 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 12.50 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 634 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 183 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 17 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 1985 to 2025Annual statistics through 2025, TWh
| Year | Gas | Coal | Solar | Wind | Hydro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 0 TWh | 15.3 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.00 TWh |
| 1986 | 0 TWh | 21.4 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.13 TWh |
| 1987 | 0 TWh | 23.9 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 5.51 TWh |
| 1988 | 0 TWh | 24.7 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 4.67 TWh |
| 1989 | 140 GWh | 27.5 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 4.86 TWh |
| 1990 | 1.25 TWh | 26.3 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.38 TWh |
| 1991 | 2.95 TWh | 30.5 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 3.85 TWh |
| 1992 | 3.11 TWh | 38.6 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.56 TWh |
| 1993 | 2.70 TWh | 46.4 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 4.11 TWh |
| 1994 | 5.64 TWh | 50.6 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 5.06 TWh |
| 1995 | 6.12 TWh | 52.7 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 4.84 TWh |
| 1996 | 6.53 TWh | 62.8 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 4.74 TWh |
| 1997 | 9.37 TWh | 68.5 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 5.24 TWh |
| 1998 | 14.9 TWh | 73.3 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.20 TWh |
| 1999 | 16.0 TWh | 76.3 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 5.05 TWh |
| 2000 | 18.3 TWh | 90.2 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 4.56 TWh |
| 2001 | 21.3 TWh | 98.5 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 5.09 TWh |
| 2002 | 27.1 TWh | 106 TWh | 0 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 2.78 TWh |
| 2003 | 29.3 TWh | 116 TWh | 0 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 3.04 TWh |
| 2004 | 37.2 TWh | 119 TWh | 0 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 3.21 TWh |
| 2005 | 40.1 TWh | 124 TWh | 0 TWh | 90.0 GWh | 4.07 TWh |
| 2006 | 41.3 TWh | 128 TWh | 0 TWh | 280 GWh | 4.09 TWh |
| 2007 | 46.3 TWh | 132 TWh | 0 TWh | 440 GWh | 4.42 TWh |
| 2008 | 49.8 TWh | 126 TWh | 0 TWh | 590 GWh | 4.30 TWh |
| 2009 | 48.6 TWh | 124 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 790 GWh | 3.75 TWh |
| 2010 | 61.7 TWh | 125 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 1.03 TWh | 4.19 TWh |
| 2011 | 65.7 TWh | 127 TWh | 60.0 GWh | 1.49 TWh | 4.00 TWh |
| 2012 | 67.8 TWh | 125 TWh | 160 GWh | 1.41 TWh | 5.67 TWh |
| 2013 | 70.1 TWh | 124 TWh | 320 GWh | 1.64 TWh | 5.42 TWh |
| 2014 | 74.8 TWh | 126 TWh | 530 GWh | 1.50 TWh | 4.32 TWh |
| 2015 | 80.8 TWh | 120 TWh | 850 GWh | 1.52 TWh | 4.47 TWh |
| 2016 | 85.2 TWh | 124 TWh | 1.11 TWh | 1.46 TWh | 6.56 TWh |
| 2017 | 93.4 TWh | 131 TWh | 1.67 TWh | 1.72 TWh | 5.45 TWh |
| 2018 | 94.5 TWh | 134 TWh | 2.66 TWh | 1.71 TWh | 4.48 TWh |
| 2019 | 93.2 TWh | 129 TWh | 3.96 TWh | 1.89 TWh | 5.54 TWh |
| 2020 | 102 TWh | 129 TWh | 6.25 TWh | 2.31 TWh | 3.02 TWh |
| 2021 | 111 TWh | 131 TWh | 8.35 TWh | 2.27 TWh | 3.48 TWh |
| 2022 | 114 TWh | 124 TWh | 10.9 TWh | 3.58 TWh | 5.84 TWh |
| 2023 | 114 TWh | 122 TWh | 13.3 TWh | 6.24 TWh | 3.96 TWh |
| 2024 | 125 TWh | 116 TWh | 15.2 TWh | 10.5 TWh | 4.21 TWh |
| 2025 | 141 TWh | 104 TWh | 16.0 TWh | 12.2 TWh | 5.50 TWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 289 TWh | 289 TWh | 634 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 289 TWh | 289 TWh | 635 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 283 TWh | 283 TWh | 644 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 288 TWh | 288 TWh | 639 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 291 TWh | 291 TWh | 652 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 280 TWh | 280 TWh | 648 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 274 TWh | 274 TWh | 649 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 276 TWh | 276 TWh | 673 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 270 TWh | 270 TWh | 685 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 264 TWh | 264 TWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Taiwan, 1985 to 2025
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2025.
Month by Month
Ember monthly statistics through July 2026Monthly statistics through July 2026, TWh
| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08 | 27.1 TWh | 27.1 TWh |
| 2024-09 | 26.3 TWh | 26.3 TWh |
| 2024-10 | 24.3 TWh | 24.3 TWh |
| 2024-11 | 22.2 TWh | 22.2 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 22.4 TWh | 22.4 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 21.0 TWh | 21.0 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 19.9 TWh | 19.8 TWh |
| 2025-03 | 22.4 TWh | 22.4 TWh |
| 2025-04 | 22.3 TWh | 22.3 TWh |
| 2025-05 | 24.7 TWh | 24.7 TWh |
| 2025-06 | 25.8 TWh | 25.8 TWh |
| 2025-07 | 26.9 TWh | 26.9 TWh |
| 2025-08 | 26.9 TWh | 26.9 TWh |
| 2025-09 | 26.4 TWh | 26.4 TWh |
| 2025-10 | 25.7 TWh | 25.7 TWh |
| 2025-11 | 22.3 TWh | 22.3 TWh |
| 2025-12 | 22.3 TWh | 22.3 TWh |
| 2026-01 | 22.3 TWh | 22.3 TWh |
| 2026-02 | 19.4 TWh | 19.4 TWh |
| 2026-03 | 22.5 TWh | 22.5 TWh |
| 2026-04 | 23.1 TWh | 23.1 TWh |
| 2026-05 | 25.0 TWh | 25.0 TWh |
| 2026-06 | 25.4 TWh | 25.4 TWh |
| 2026-07 | 27.5 TWh | 27.5 TWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of July 2026.
Taiwan Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Taiwan?
Gas was the largest source of electricity in Taiwan in 2025, supplying 48.8% of generation, followed by coal (36.1%) and solar (5.5%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Taiwan use?
Taiwan used 289 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 12.50 MWh per person.
How clean is Taiwan's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Taiwan emitted 634 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 13.5% of generation. That is 38% above the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.