Ecuador Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Ecuador generated 36.6 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Hydro was the largest source at 77.9%, followed by other fossil (17.9%) and gas (2.7%). Demand was 36.6 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 159 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025, with monthly figures through June 2026; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Ecuador generated 36.6 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 77.9% of Ecuador's electricity in 2025.
- Other fossil supplied 17.9% of Ecuador's electricity in 2025.
- Gas supplied 2.7% of Ecuador's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 79.4% of Ecuador's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Ecuador's electricity was 159 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Ecuador's carbon intensity in 2025 was 22% lower than in 2000, when it was 204 gCO2/kWh.
- Ecuador had the 59th highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 36.6 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 36.6 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 2.00 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 40.0 GWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 159 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 5.81 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 59 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2025| Year | Hydro | Other fossil | Gas | Bioenergy | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 7.53 TWh | 3.00 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 7.00 TWh | 3.98 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 7.45 TWh | 3.88 TWh | 480 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 7.11 TWh | 3.43 TWh | 940 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 7.34 TWh | 4.22 TWh | 1.24 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 6.81 TWh | 4.33 TWh | 1.48 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 7.06 TWh | 5.21 TWh | 1.79 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 8.95 TWh | 6.27 TWh | 2.01 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 11.2 TWh | 5.57 TWh | 1.72 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 9.13 TWh | 7.11 TWh | 1.90 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 8.55 TWh | 8.66 TWh | 2.19 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 11.0 TWh | 7.46 TWh | 1.94 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 12.1 TWh | 8.25 TWh | 2.34 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 10.9 TWh | 9.30 TWh | 2.83 TWh | 40.0 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2014 | 11.3 TWh | 9.78 TWh | 2.91 TWh | 60.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 13.0 TWh | 9.82 TWh | 2.81 TWh | 90.0 GWh | 100 GWh |
| 2016 | 15.7 TWh | 8.85 TWh | 2.02 TWh | 490 GWh | 80.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 19.9 TWh | 5.64 TWh | 1.73 TWh | 460 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 20.5 TWh | 6.68 TWh | 1.53 TWh | 430 GWh | 80.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 24.7 TWh | 5.82 TWh | 1.39 TWh | 450 GWh | 90.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 24.3 TWh | 5.22 TWh | 1.15 TWh | 470 GWh | 80.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 25.6 TWh | 4.91 TWh | 1.13 TWh | 410 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 24.6 TWh | 6.89 TWh | 1.04 TWh | 390 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 25.7 TWh | 8.50 TWh | 950 GWh | 390 GWh | 210 GWh |
| 2024 | 23.0 TWh | 8.05 TWh | 950 GWh | 390 GWh | 230 GWh |
| 2025 | 28.5 TWh | 6.56 TWh | 980 GWh | 320 GWh | 190 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 36.6 TWh | 36.6 TWh | 159 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 32.7 TWh | 33.4 TWh | 204 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 35.8 TWh | 36.6 TWh | 196 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 33.1 TWh | 33.3 TWh | 181 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 32.1 TWh | 32.0 TWh | 149 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 31.3 TWh | 30.2 TWh | 160 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 32.5 TWh | 30.6 TWh | 172 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 29.2 TWh | 29.1 TWh | 210 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 27.8 TWh | 27.6 TWh | 201 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 27.2 TWh | 26.8 TWh | 289 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Ecuador, 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 June 2026| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-07 | 3.08 TWh | 3.03 TWh |
| 2024-08 | 3.04 TWh | 2.76 TWh |
| 2024-09 | 2.81 TWh | 2.56 TWh |
| 2024-10 | 2.49 TWh | 2.48 TWh |
| 2024-11 | 2.37 TWh | 2.23 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 2.90 TWh | 2.64 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 3.25 TWh | 3.03 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 3.00 TWh | 2.94 TWh |
| 2025-03 | 3.38 TWh | 3.38 TWh |
| 2025-04 | 3.22 TWh | 3.21 TWh |
| 2025-05 | 3.33 TWh | 3.33 TWh |
| 2025-06 | 3.08 TWh | 3.08 TWh |
| 2025-07 | 2.98 TWh | 2.98 TWh |
| 2025-08 | 3.14 TWh | 3.11 TWh |
| 2025-09 | 3.22 TWh | 3.16 TWh |
| 2025-10 | 3.28 TWh | 3.23 TWh |
| 2025-11 | 3.27 TWh | 3.26 TWh |
| 2025-12 | 3.35 TWh | 3.16 TWh |
| 2026-01 | 3.29 TWh | 3.17 TWh |
| 2026-02 | 3.14 TWh | 3.14 TWh |
| 2026-03 | 3.56 TWh | 3.56 TWh |
| 2026-04 | 3.45 TWh | 3.45 TWh |
| 2026-05 | 3.64 TWh | 3.64 TWh |
| 2026-06 | 3.52 TWh | 3.51 TWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of June 2026.
Ecuador Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Ecuador?
Hydro was the largest source of electricity in Ecuador in 2025, supplying 77.9% of generation, followed by other fossil (17.9%) and gas (2.7%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Ecuador use?
Ecuador used 36.6 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 2.00 MWh per person.
How clean is Ecuador's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Ecuador emitted 159 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 79.4% of generation. That is 65% below the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Ecuador import electricity?
Yes. Ecuador imported 40.0 GWh more electricity than it exported in 2025.