Uzbekistan Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Uzbekistan generated 86.7 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Gas was the largest source at 72.3%, followed by solar (7.5%) and hydro (7.3%). Demand was 89.6 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 1,000 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Uzbekistan generated 86.7 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Gas supplied 72.3% of Uzbekistan's electricity in 2025.
- Solar supplied 7.5% of Uzbekistan's electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 7.3% of Uzbekistan's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 19.4% of Uzbekistan's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Uzbekistan's electricity was 1,000 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Uzbekistan's carbon intensity in 2025 was 9% lower than in 2000, when it was 1,104 gCO2/kWh.
- Uzbekistan had the 34th highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 86.7 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 89.6 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 2.42 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 2.93 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 1,000 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 86.7 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 34 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2025| Year | Gas | Solar | Hydro | Coal | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 36.7 TWh | 0 TWh | 3.53 TWh | 1.91 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 36.9 TWh | 0 TWh | 4.36 TWh | 1.96 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 36.7 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.02 TWh | 2.02 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 34.4 TWh | 0 TWh | 8.17 TWh | 1.99 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 37.7 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.10 TWh | 2.03 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 33.6 TWh | 0 TWh | 8.93 TWh | 1.95 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 39.8 TWh | 0 TWh | 4.65 TWh | 2.02 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 40.3 TWh | 0 TWh | 4.67 TWh | 2.00 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 42.2 TWh | 0 TWh | 4.49 TWh | 2.05 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 40.5 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.48 TWh | 2.05 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 40.9 TWh | 0 TWh | 8.19 TWh | 2.12 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 44.4 TWh | 0 TWh | 5.70 TWh | 2.15 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 43.8 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.65 TWh | 2.16 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 46.4 TWh | 0 TWh | 5.70 TWh | 2.23 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 47.2 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.07 TWh | 2.30 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 48.5 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.82 TWh | 1.94 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 49.7 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.86 TWh | 1.99 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 50.7 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 7.93 TWh | 2.09 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2018 | 54.4 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 5.90 TWh | 2.35 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2019 | 52.6 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 6.46 TWh | 3.82 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2020 | 55.8 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 5.00 TWh | 5.20 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2021 | 60.1 TWh | 50.0 GWh | 4.97 TWh | 4.96 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2022 | 61.0 TWh | 440 GWh | 6.48 TWh | 5.64 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2023 | 62.0 TWh | 450 GWh | 6.60 TWh | 5.70 TWh | 550 GWh |
| 2024 | 61.3 TWh | 2.90 TWh | 8.20 TWh | 5.70 TWh | 1.90 TWh |
| 2025 | 62.7 TWh | 6.50 TWh | 6.30 TWh | 5.70 TWh | 4.00 TWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 86.7 TWh | 89.6 TWh | 1,000 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 81.5 TWh | 84.4 TWh | 1,040 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 76.8 TWh | 79.7 TWh | 1,113 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 75.1 TWh | 77.4 TWh | 1,121 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 71.4 TWh | 75.0 TWh | 1,151 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 66.5 TWh | 69.1 TWh | 1,149 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 63.6 TWh | 64.9 TWh | 1,119 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 63.2 TWh | 62.8 TWh | 1,139 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 60.8 TWh | 60.2 TWh | 1,097 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 58.7 TWh | 57.2 TWh | 1,114 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Uzbekistan, 2000 to 2025
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2025.
Uzbekistan Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Uzbekistan?
Gas was the largest source of electricity in Uzbekistan in 2025, supplying 72.3% of generation, followed by solar (7.5%) and hydro (7.3%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Uzbekistan use?
Uzbekistan used 89.6 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 2.42 MWh per person.
How clean is Uzbekistan's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Uzbekistan emitted 1,000 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 19.4% of generation. That is 118% above the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Uzbekistan import electricity?
Yes. Uzbekistan imported 2.93 TWh more electricity than it exported in 2025.