Colombia Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Colombia generated 90.3 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Hydro was the largest source at 69.2%, followed by gas (13.8%) and coal (6.1%). Demand was 90.6 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 187 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025, with monthly figures through December 2025; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Colombia generated 90.3 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 69.2% of Colombia's electricity in 2025.
- Gas supplied 13.8% of Colombia's electricity in 2025.
- Coal supplied 6.1% of Colombia's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 77.0% of Colombia's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Colombia's electricity was 187 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Colombia's carbon intensity in 2025 was 2% lower than in 2000, when it was 190 gCO2/kWh.
- Colombia had the 33rd highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 90.3 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 90.6 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 1.72 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 300 GWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 187 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 16.9 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 33 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2025| Year | Hydro | Gas | Coal | Solar | Other fossil |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 31.8 TWh | 8.25 TWh | 2.08 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 220 GWh |
| 2001 | 31.5 TWh | 8.69 TWh | 2.23 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 230 GWh |
| 2002 | 33.6 TWh | 8.18 TWh | 2.17 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 230 GWh |
| 2003 | 35.8 TWh | 6.83 TWh | 2.81 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 240 GWh |
| 2004 | 39.7 TWh | 7.01 TWh | 1.86 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 250 GWh |
| 2005 | 39.4 TWh | 7.40 TWh | 2.33 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 250 GWh |
| 2006 | 42.3 TWh | 7.38 TWh | 2.84 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 210 GWh |
| 2007 | 44.0 TWh | 6.57 TWh | 3.39 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 240 GWh |
| 2008 | 45.9 TWh | 5.76 TWh | 2.92 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 260 GWh |
| 2009 | 40.6 TWh | 10.9 TWh | 4.17 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 390 GWh |
| 2010 | 40.0 TWh | 12.0 TWh | 4.04 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 1.75 TWh |
| 2011 | 48.4 TWh | 7.64 TWh | 2.25 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 1.37 TWh |
| 2012 | 47.1 TWh | 8.99 TWh | 3.36 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 1.59 TWh |
| 2013 | 49.8 TWh | 15.4 TWh | 6.04 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 1.23 TWh |
| 2014 | 47.3 TWh | 14.2 TWh | 5.46 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 2.08 TWh |
| 2015 | 47.9 TWh | 18.0 TWh | 7.06 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 3.57 TWh |
| 2016 | 48.5 TWh | 15.9 TWh | 6.18 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 4.11 TWh |
| 2017 | 60.6 TWh | 11.0 TWh | 3.15 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 2.24 TWh |
| 2018 | 58.2 TWh | 11.6 TWh | 4.52 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 2.37 TWh |
| 2019 | 53.0 TWh | 13.2 TWh | 8.13 TWh | 130 GWh | 2.75 TWh |
| 2020 | 48.4 TWh | 15.2 TWh | 9.12 TWh | 190 GWh | 2.65 TWh |
| 2021 | 60.7 TWh | 13.8 TWh | 4.44 TWh | 330 GWh | 2.83 TWh |
| 2022 | 58.7 TWh | 13.5 TWh | 5.01 TWh | 630 GWh | 2.75 TWh |
| 2023 | 54.2 TWh | 16.2 TWh | 9.20 TWh | 1.34 TWh | 3.19 TWh |
| 2024 | 48.9 TWh | 19.8 TWh | 11.2 TWh | 3.43 TWh | 3.46 TWh |
| 2025 | 62.5 TWh | 12.4 TWh | 5.53 TWh | 4.60 TWh | 2.80 TWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 90.3 TWh | 90.6 TWh | 187 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 89.1 TWh | 88.6 TWh | 298 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 84.4 TWh | 84.3 TWh | 260 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 82.9 TWh | 83.3 TWh | 202 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 84.4 TWh | 84.5 TWh | 196 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 77.8 TWh | 78.8 TWh | 271 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 78.8 TWh | 79.1 TWh | 241 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 78.2 TWh | 78.3 TWh | 188 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 78.5 TWh | 78.5 TWh | 166 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 76.2 TWh | 76.5 TWh | 260 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Colombia, 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 December 2025| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-01 | 6.89 TWh | 6.94 TWh |
| 2024-02 | 6.54 TWh | 6.55 TWh |
| 2024-03 | 7.04 TWh | 7.17 TWh |
| 2024-04 | 6.80 TWh | 6.84 TWh |
| 2024-05 | 6.92 TWh | 6.97 TWh |
| 2024-06 | 6.52 TWh | 6.50 TWh |
| 2024-07 | 6.94 TWh | 6.99 TWh |
| 2024-08 | 6.96 TWh | 7.24 TWh |
| 2024-09 | 6.85 TWh | 7.10 TWh |
| 2024-10 | 7.02 TWh | 7.03 TWh |
| 2024-11 | 6.60 TWh | 6.74 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 6.92 TWh | 7.18 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 6.85 TWh | 7.07 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 6.39 TWh | 6.42 TWh |
| 2025-03 | 7.03 TWh | 6.97 TWh |
| 2025-04 | 6.75 TWh | 6.75 TWh |
| 2025-05 | 7.10 TWh | 7.10 TWh |
| 2025-06 | 6.83 TWh | 6.83 TWh |
| 2025-07 | 7.29 TWh | 7.29 TWh |
| 2025-08 | 7.21 TWh | 7.24 TWh |
| 2025-09 | 7.08 TWh | 7.12 TWh |
| 2025-10 | 7.20 TWh | 7.24 TWh |
| 2025-11 | 7.07 TWh | 7.02 TWh |
| 2025-12 | 7.20 TWh | 7.38 TWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of December 2025.
Colombia Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Colombia?
Hydro was the largest source of electricity in Colombia in 2025, supplying 69.2% of generation, followed by gas (13.8%) and coal (6.1%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Colombia use?
Colombia used 90.6 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 1.72 MWh per person.
How clean is Colombia's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Colombia emitted 187 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 77.0% of generation. That is 59% below the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Colombia import electricity?
Yes. Colombia imported 300 GWh more electricity than it exported in 2025.