Turks and Caicos Islands Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
The Turks and Caicos Islands generated 270 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 96.3%, followed by solar (3.7%). Demand was 270 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 637 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- The Turks and Caicos Islands generated 270 GWh of electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 96.3% of the Turks and Caicos Islands' electricity in 2024.
- Solar supplied 3.7% of the Turks and Caicos Islands' electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 3.7% of the Turks and Caicos Islands' generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of the Turks and Caicos Islands' electricity was 637 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- The Turks and Caicos Islands' carbon intensity in 2024 was 4% lower than in 2000, when it was 663 gCO2/kWh.
- The Turks and Caicos Islands had the 183rd highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 270 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 270 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 5.80 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 637 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.17 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 183 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 260 GWh | 96.3% |
| Solar | 10.0 GWh | 3.7% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Other fossil | Solar |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 80.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 80.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 100 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 110 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 120 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 130 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 160 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 180 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 190 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 200 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 210 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 210 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 210 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 210 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 230 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 230 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 250 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 290 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2018 | 260 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2019 | 260 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2020 | 250 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2021 | 260 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2022 | 260 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2023 | 260 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2024 | 260 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 270 GWh | 270 GWh | 637 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 260 GWh | 260 GWh | 658 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 260 GWh | 260 GWh | 658 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 260 GWh | 260 GWh | 658 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 250 GWh | 250 GWh | 656 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 260 GWh | 260 GWh | 658 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 260 GWh | 260 GWh | 658 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 290 GWh | 290 GWh | 659 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 250 GWh | 250 GWh | 656 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 230 GWh | 230 GWh | 657 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Turks and Caicos Islands, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Turks and Caicos Islands Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in the Turks and Caicos Islands?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in the Turks and Caicos Islands in 2024, supplying 96.3% of generation, followed by solar (3.7%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does the Turks and Caicos Islands use?
The Turks and Caicos Islands used 270 GWh of electricity in 2024, about 5.80 MWh per person.
How clean is the Turks and Caicos Islands' electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in the Turks and Caicos Islands emitted 637 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 3.7% of generation. That is 35% above the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.