Albania Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Albania generated 7.11 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Hydro was the largest source at 94.3%, followed by solar (5.7%). Demand was 7.99 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 25 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Albania generated 7.11 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 94.3% of Albania's electricity in 2025.
- Solar supplied 5.7% of Albania's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 100.0% of Albania's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Albania's electricity was 25 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Albania's carbon intensity in 2025 was 48% lower than in 2000, when it was 48 gCO2/kWh.
- Albania had the 84th highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 7.11 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 7.99 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 880 GWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 25 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.18 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 84 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2025| Year | Hydro | Solar |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 4.55 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 3.52 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 3.48 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 5.12 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 5.41 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 5.32 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 4.95 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 2.76 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 3.76 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 5.20 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 7.57 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 4.13 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 4.72 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 6.96 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 4.72 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 5.89 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 7.78 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 4.53 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2018 | 8.55 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2019 | 5.18 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 5.28 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 8.90 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 6.81 TWh | 160 GWh |
| 2023 | 8.71 TWh | 300 GWh |
| 2024 | 8.00 TWh | 340 GWh |
| 2025 | 6.71 TWh | 400 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.11 TWh | 7.99 TWh | 25 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 8.34 TWh | 8.67 TWh | 25 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 9.01 TWh | 8.09 TWh | 25 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 6.97 TWh | 7.89 TWh | 24 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 8.94 TWh | 8.39 TWh | 24 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 5.31 TWh | 7.59 TWh | 24 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 5.20 TWh | 7.61 TWh | 24 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 8.55 TWh | 7.64 TWh | 24 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 4.53 TWh | 7.44 TWh | 24 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 7.78 TWh | 7.74 TWh | 24 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Albania, 2000 to 2025
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2025.
Albania Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Albania?
Hydro was the largest source of electricity in Albania in 2025, supplying 94.3% of generation, followed by solar (5.7%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Albania use?
Albania used 7.99 TWh of electricity in 2025.
How clean is Albania's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Albania emitted 25 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 100.0% of generation. That is 95% below the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Albania import electricity?
Yes. Albania imported 880 GWh more electricity than it exported in 2025.