Bolivia Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Bolivia generated 13.6 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Gas was the largest source at 62.4%, followed by hydro (27.9%) and bioenergy (3.2%). Demand was 13.6 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 481 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
- Bolivia generated 13.6 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Gas supplied 62.4% of Bolivia's electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 27.9% of Bolivia's electricity in 2025.
- Bioenergy supplied 3.2% of Bolivia's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 36.1% of Bolivia's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Bolivia's electricity was 481 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Bolivia's carbon intensity in 2025 was 31% higher than in 2000, when it was 369 gCO2/kWh.
- Bolivia had the 77th highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 13.6 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 13.6 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 1.08 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 481 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 6.56 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 77 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2025| Year | Gas | Hydro | Bioenergy | Solar | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 1.85 TWh | 1.95 TWh | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 1.75 TWh | 2.11 TWh | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 1.88 TWh | 2.18 TWh | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 2.25 TWh | 1.97 TWh | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 2.28 TWh | 2.13 TWh | 60.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 2.83 TWh | 1.94 TWh | 60.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 2.78 TWh | 2.14 TWh | 40.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 3.04 TWh | 2.30 TWh | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 3.53 TWh | 2.29 TWh | 60.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 3.81 TWh | 2.27 TWh | 80.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 4.35 TWh | 2.16 TWh | 80.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 4.63 TWh | 2.32 TWh | 90.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 4.93 TWh | 2.33 TWh | 80.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 5.11 TWh | 2.51 TWh | 130 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 5.84 TWh | 2.23 TWh | 130 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 6.26 TWh | 2.44 TWh | 200 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 7.27 TWh | 1.70 TWh | 180 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 7.09 TWh | 2.21 TWh | 130 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 6.79 TWh | 2.61 TWh | 170 GWh | 130 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 6.33 TWh | 3.25 TWh | 240 GWh | 190 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 6.33 TWh | 2.94 TWh | 330 GWh | 330 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 6.45 TWh | 3.24 TWh | 460 GWh | 350 GWh | 130 GWh |
| 2022 | 7.27 TWh | 2.85 TWh | 530 GWh | 350 GWh | 440 GWh |
| 2023 | 8.18 TWh | 2.97 TWh | 420 GWh | 350 GWh | 440 GWh |
| 2024 | 8.73 TWh | 3.30 TWh | 420 GWh | 400 GWh | 480 GWh |
| 2025 | 8.51 TWh | 3.80 TWh | 440 GWh | 400 GWh | 280 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 13.6 TWh | 13.6 TWh | 481 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 13.5 TWh | 13.5 TWh | 496 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 12.6 TWh | 12.6 TWh | 501 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 11.7 TWh | 11.7 TWh | 486 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 10.9 TWh | 10.9 TWh | 466 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 10.3 TWh | 10.3 TWh | 484 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 10.4 TWh | 10.4 TWh | 478 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 10.0 TWh | 10.0 TWh | 523 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 9.59 TWh | 9.59 TWh | 555 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 9.30 TWh | 9.30 TWh | 587 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Bolivia, 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 July 2026| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08 | 930 GWh | 930 GWh |
| 2024-09 | 970 GWh | 970 GWh |
| 2024-10 | 1.06 TWh | 1.06 TWh |
| 2024-11 | 1.01 TWh | 1.01 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 1.01 TWh | 1.01 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 1.00 TWh | 1.00 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 960 GWh | 960 GWh |
| 2025-03 | 990 GWh | 990 GWh |
| 2025-04 | 950 GWh | 950 GWh |
| 2025-05 | 980 GWh | 980 GWh |
| 2025-06 | 900 GWh | 900 GWh |
| 2025-07 | 970 GWh | 970 GWh |
| 2025-08 | 950 GWh | 950 GWh |
| 2025-09 | 1.04 TWh | 1.04 TWh |
| 2025-10 | 1.02 TWh | 1.02 TWh |
| 2025-11 | 1.03 TWh | 1.03 TWh |
| 2025-12 | 1.00 TWh | 1.00 TWh |
| 2026-01 | 1.05 TWh | 1.05 TWh |
| 2026-02 | 960 GWh | 960 GWh |
| 2026-03 | 1.06 TWh | 1.06 TWh |
| 2026-04 | 1.00 TWh | 1.00 TWh |
| 2026-05 | 940 GWh | 940 GWh |
| 2026-06 | 880 GWh | 880 GWh |
| 2026-07 | 1.00 TWh | 1.00 TWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of July 2026.
Bolivia Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Bolivia?
Gas was the largest source of electricity in Bolivia in 2025, supplying 62.4% of generation, followed by hydro (27.9%) and bioenergy (3.2%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Bolivia use?
Bolivia used 13.6 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 1.08 MWh per person.
How clean is Bolivia's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Bolivia emitted 481 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 36.1% of generation. That is 5% above the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.