Tajikistan Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Tajikistan generated 24.0 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Hydro was the largest source at 94.4%, followed by coal (4.7%) and gas (0.9%). Demand was 18.8 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 73 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025, with monthly figures through March 2026; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Tajikistan generated 24.0 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 94.4% of Tajikistan's electricity in 2025.
- Coal supplied 4.7% of Tajikistan's electricity in 2025.
- Gas supplied 0.9% of Tajikistan's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 94.4% of Tajikistan's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Tajikistan's electricity was 73 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Tajikistan's carbon intensity in 2025 was 124% higher than in 2000, when it was 32 gCO2/kWh.
- Tajikistan had the 69th highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 24.0 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 18.8 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 1.74 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | -5.18 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 73 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 1.74 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 69 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2025| Year | Hydro | Coal | Gas |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 14.0 TWh | 0 TWh | 220 GWh |
| 2001 | 14.2 TWh | 0 TWh | 180 GWh |
| 2002 | 15.2 TWh | 0 TWh | 140 GWh |
| 2003 | 16.3 TWh | 0 TWh | 170 GWh |
| 2004 | 16.3 TWh | 0 TWh | 150 GWh |
| 2005 | 17.0 TWh | 0 TWh | 120 GWh |
| 2006 | 16.7 TWh | 0 TWh | 230 GWh |
| 2007 | 17.1 TWh | 0 TWh | 380 GWh |
| 2008 | 15.8 TWh | 0 TWh | 350 GWh |
| 2009 | 15.9 TWh | 0 TWh | 220 GWh |
| 2010 | 16.4 TWh | 0 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2011 | 16.2 TWh | 0 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2012 | 16.9 TWh | 0 TWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2013 | 17.1 TWh | 40.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 16.0 TWh | 160 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 17.0 TWh | 160 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 16.6 TWh | 610 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 17.1 TWh | 980 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2018 | 18.4 TWh | 1.35 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2019 | 19.2 TWh | 1.48 TWh | 310 GWh |
| 2020 | 18.1 TWh | 1.66 TWh | 330 GWh |
| 2021 | 18.7 TWh | 1.75 TWh | 310 GWh |
| 2022 | 19.9 TWh | 1.28 TWh | 290 GWh |
| 2023 | 20.0 TWh | 1.01 TWh | 220 GWh |
| 2024 | 21.0 TWh | 1.00 TWh | 200 GWh |
| 2025 | 22.7 TWh | 1.12 TWh | 220 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 24.0 TWh | 18.8 TWh | 73 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 22.2 TWh | 19.6 TWh | 71 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 21.2 TWh | 18.7 TWh | 74 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 21.5 TWh | 18.9 TWh | 87 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 20.7 TWh | 18.3 TWh | 111 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 20.1 TWh | 18.6 TWh | 110 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 21.0 TWh | 18.1 TWh | 98 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 19.7 TWh | 17.4 TWh | 88 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 18.1 TWh | 16.8 TWh | 74 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 17.2 TWh | 15.9 TWh | 57 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Tajikistan, 2000 to 2025
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2025.
Month by Month
Ember monthly statistics through March 2026| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-04 | 1.51 TWh | 1.51 TWh |
| 2024-05 | 1.83 TWh | 1.82 TWh |
| 2024-06 | 2.08 TWh | 2.08 TWh |
| 2024-07 | 2.18 TWh | 2.18 TWh |
| 2024-08 | 2.14 TWh | 2.14 TWh |
| 2024-09 | 1.83 TWh | 1.83 TWh |
| 2024-10 | 1.39 TWh | 1.38 TWh |
| 2024-11 | 1.62 TWh | 1.62 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 2.16 TWh | 2.15 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 2.15 TWh | 2.12 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 1.85 TWh | 1.82 TWh |
| 2025-03 | 1.74 TWh | 1.72 TWh |
| 2025-04 | 1.27 TWh | 1.50 TWh |
| 2025-05 | 1.79 TWh | 2.15 TWh |
| 2025-06 | 2.00 TWh | 2.39 TWh |
| 2025-07 | 2.08 TWh | 2.75 TWh |
| 2025-08 | 1.92 TWh | 2.55 TWh |
| 2025-09 | 1.56 TWh | 2.07 TWh |
| 2025-10 | 1.38 TWh | 1.37 TWh |
| 2025-11 | 1.58 TWh | 1.56 TWh |
| 2025-12 | 1.83 TWh | 1.81 TWh |
| 2026-01 | 1.99 TWh | 2.00 TWh |
| 2026-02 | 1.62 TWh | 1.63 TWh |
| 2026-03 | 1.96 TWh | 1.96 TWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of March 2026.
Tajikistan Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Tajikistan?
Hydro was the largest source of electricity in Tajikistan in 2025, supplying 94.4% of generation, followed by coal (4.7%) and gas (0.9%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Tajikistan use?
Tajikistan used 18.8 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 1.74 MWh per person.
How clean is Tajikistan's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Tajikistan emitted 73 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 94.4% of generation. That is 84% below the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Tajikistan import electricity?
No. Tajikistan was a net exporter in 2025, exporting 5.18 TWh more than it imported.