Croatia Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Croatia generated 14.7 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Hydro was the largest source at 39.3%, followed by wind (21.2%) and gas (18.7%). Demand was 20.0 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 158 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025, with monthly figures through August 2026; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Croatia generated 14.7 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 39.3% of Croatia's electricity in 2025.
- Wind supplied 21.2% of Croatia's electricity in 2025.
- Gas supplied 18.7% of Croatia's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 76.4% of Croatia's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Croatia's electricity was 158 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Croatia's carbon intensity in 2025 was 56% lower than in 1990, when it was 361 gCO2/kWh.
- Croatia had the 67th highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 14.7 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 20.0 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 5.20 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 5.32 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 158 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 2.33 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 67 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 1990 to 2025| Year | Hydro | Wind | Gas | Solar | Bioenergy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 3.92 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.36 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 1991 | 5.53 TWh | 0 TWh | 740 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 1992 | 4.35 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.37 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 1993 | 4.55 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.82 TWh | 0 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 1994 | 5.43 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.84 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 1995 | 5.68 TWh | 0 TWh | 880 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 1996 | 7.86 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.31 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 1997 | 5.85 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.17 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1998 | 6.02 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.34 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 1999 | 7.33 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.23 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2000 | 6.45 TWh | n/a | 1.57 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 7.18 TWh | n/a | 1.83 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 5.85 TWh | n/a | 2.53 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 5.46 TWh | n/a | 2.06 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 7.63 TWh | 0 TWh | 2.46 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 7.04 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 1.82 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2006 | 6.62 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 2.06 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2007 | 4.70 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 3.07 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2008 | 5.78 TWh | 40.0 GWh | 2.46 TWh | 0 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2009 | 7.41 TWh | 50.0 GWh | 2.21 TWh | 0 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2010 | 9.13 TWh | 140 GWh | 2.55 TWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2011 | 5.03 TWh | 200 GWh | 2.62 TWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2012 | 4.84 TWh | 330 GWh | 2.51 TWh | 0 TWh | 90.0 GWh |
| 2013 | 8.62 TWh | 520 GWh | 2.02 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 130 GWh |
| 2014 | 9.01 TWh | 730 GWh | 1.00 TWh | 40.0 GWh | 160 GWh |
| 2015 | 6.39 TWh | 800 GWh | 1.20 TWh | 60.0 GWh | 270 GWh |
| 2016 | 6.85 TWh | 1.01 TWh | 1.59 TWh | 70.0 GWh | 430 GWh |
| 2017 | 5.31 TWh | 1.20 TWh | 3.09 TWh | 80.0 GWh | 530 GWh |
| 2018 | 7.70 TWh | 1.34 TWh | 2.25 TWh | 70.0 GWh | 670 GWh |
| 2019 | 5.83 TWh | 1.47 TWh | 2.63 TWh | 80.0 GWh | 880 GWh |
| 2020 | 5.66 TWh | 1.72 TWh | 3.44 TWh | 100 GWh | 980 GWh |
| 2021 | 7.13 TWh | 2.06 TWh | 3.10 TWh | 150 GWh | 1.10 TWh |
| 2022 | 5.46 TWh | 2.14 TWh | 3.51 TWh | 150 GWh | 1.13 TWh |
| 2023 | 8.16 TWh | 2.59 TWh | 3.86 TWh | 410 GWh | 1.05 TWh |
| 2024 | 6.73 TWh | 2.67 TWh | 3.25 TWh | 820 GWh | 1.00 TWh |
| 2025 | 5.78 TWh | 3.12 TWh | 2.74 TWh | 1.31 TWh | 1.00 TWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 14.7 TWh | 20.0 TWh | 158 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 15.3 TWh | 19.6 TWh | 171 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 17.4 TWh | 19.0 TWh | 195 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 14.1 TWh | 18.8 TWh | 245 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 15.1 TWh | 19.1 TWh | 210 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 13.2 TWh | 17.9 TWh | 229 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 12.7 TWh | 18.8 TWh | 243 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 13.5 TWh | 18.9 TWh | 202 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 11.8 TWh | 18.7 TWh | 256 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 12.6 TWh | 18.1 TWh | 276 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Croatia, 1990 to 2025
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2025.
Month by Month
Ember monthly statistics through August 2026| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-09 | 1.51 TWh | 1.03 TWh |
| 2024-10 | 1.39 TWh | 1.17 TWh |
| 2024-11 | 1.52 TWh | 1.14 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 1.67 TWh | 1.34 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 1.67 TWh | 1.30 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 1.55 TWh | 1.06 TWh |
| 2025-03 | 1.54 TWh | 1.31 TWh |
| 2025-04 | 1.42 TWh | 1.18 TWh |
| 2025-05 | 1.39 TWh | 850 GWh |
| 2025-06 | 1.57 TWh | 830 GWh |
| 2025-07 | 1.77 TWh | 1.06 TWh |
| 2025-08 | 1.65 TWh | 1.04 TWh |
| 2025-09 | 1.47 TWh | 820 GWh |
| 2025-10 | 1.53 TWh | 1.07 TWh |
| 2025-11 | 1.54 TWh | 1.13 TWh |
| 2025-12 | 1.74 TWh | 1.27 TWh |
| 2026-01 | 1.77 TWh | 1.56 TWh |
| 2026-02 | 1.48 TWh | 1.53 TWh |
| 2026-03 | 1.60 TWh | 1.13 TWh |
| 2026-04 | 1.42 TWh | 910 GWh |
| 2026-05 | 1.45 TWh | 840 GWh |
| 2026-06 | 1.63 TWh | 850 GWh |
| 2026-07 | 1.84 TWh | 1.14 TWh |
| 2026-08 | 1.93 TWh | 1.20 TWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of August 2026.
Croatia Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Croatia?
Hydro was the largest source of electricity in Croatia in 2025, supplying 39.3% of generation, followed by wind (21.2%) and gas (18.7%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Croatia use?
Croatia used 20.0 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 5.20 MWh per person.
How clean is Croatia's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Croatia emitted 158 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 76.4% of generation. That is 66% below the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Croatia import electricity?
Yes. Croatia imported 5.32 TWh more electricity than it exported in 2025.