Djibouti Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Djibouti generated 200 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 65.0%, followed by wind (35.0%). Demand was 800 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 430 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Djibouti generated 200 GWh of electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 65.0% of Djibouti's electricity in 2024.
- Wind supplied 35.0% of Djibouti's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 35.0% of Djibouti's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of Djibouti's electricity was 430 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- Djibouti's carbon intensity in 2024 was 34% lower than in 2000, when it was 656 gCO2/kWh.
- Djibouti had the 165th highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 200 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 800 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 0.69 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 600 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 430 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.09 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 165 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 130 GWh | 65.0% |
| Wind | 70.0 GWh | 35.0% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Other fossil | Wind |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 180 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 190 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 200 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 200 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 220 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 300 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 310 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 320 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 340 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 350 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 380 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 390 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 390 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 430 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 100 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 180 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 90.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 60.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2018 | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2019 | 90.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2020 | 130 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2021 | 130 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 130 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 130 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 130 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 200 GWh | 800 GWh | 430 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 200 GWh | 710 GWh | 430 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 200 GWh | 710 GWh | 430 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 200 GWh | 710 GWh | 430 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 130 GWh | 630 GWh | 662 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 90.0 GWh | 600 GWh | 656 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 50.0 GWh | 580 GWh | 660 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 60.0 GWh | 570 GWh | 650 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 90.0 GWh | 540 GWh | 656 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 180 GWh | 490 GWh | 656 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Djibouti, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Djibouti Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Djibouti?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in Djibouti in 2024, supplying 65.0% of generation, followed by wind (35.0%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Djibouti use?
Djibouti used 800 GWh of electricity in 2024, about 0.69 MWh per person.
How clean is Djibouti's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Djibouti emitted 430 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 35.0% of generation. That is 9% below the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.
Does Djibouti import electricity?
Yes. Djibouti imported 600 GWh more electricity than it exported in 2024.