Guatemala Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Guatemala generated 15.8 TWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Hydro was the largest source at 39.9%, followed by bioenergy (22.2%) and coal (15.8%). Demand was 16.4 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 301 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Guatemala generated 15.8 TWh of electricity in 2024.
- Hydro supplied 39.9% of Guatemala's electricity in 2024.
- Bioenergy supplied 22.2% of Guatemala's electricity in 2024.
- Coal supplied 15.8% of Guatemala's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 68.3% of Guatemala's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of Guatemala's electricity was 301 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- Guatemala's carbon intensity in 2024 was 19% lower than in 2000, when it was 374 gCO2/kWh.
- Guatemala had the 92nd highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 15.8 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 16.4 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 0.89 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 560 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 301 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 4.76 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 92 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hydro | 6.30 TWh | 39.9% |
| Bioenergy | 3.50 TWh | 22.2% |
| Coal | 2.50 TWh | 15.8% |
| Other fossil | 2.50 TWh | 15.8% |
| Wind | 370 GWh | 2.3% |
| Other renewables | 340 GWh | 2.2% |
| Solar | 280 GWh | 1.8% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Hydro | Bioenergy | Coal | Other fossil | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 2.50 TWh | 540 GWh | 540 GWh | 2.68 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 2.18 TWh | 560 GWh | 920 GWh | 2.87 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 1.93 TWh | 510 GWh | 1.02 TWh | 3.00 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 2.65 TWh | 520 GWh | 970 GWh | 2.57 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 2.54 TWh | 530 GWh | 1.12 TWh | 2.03 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 2.91 TWh | 830 GWh | 1.07 TWh | 1.98 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 3.27 TWh | 780 GWh | 1.10 TWh | 2.56 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 3.00 TWh | 1.18 TWh | 1.13 TWh | 3.15 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 3.64 TWh | 840 GWh | 1.14 TWh | 2.77 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 2.91 TWh | 890 GWh | 730 GWh | 4.10 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 3.81 TWh | 1.56 TWh | 1.17 TWh | 2.04 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 4.13 TWh | 1.11 TWh | 1.19 TWh | 2.08 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 4.46 TWh | 1.52 TWh | 1.24 TWh | 1.88 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 4.65 TWh | 1.97 TWh | 1.59 TWh | 1.69 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 4.84 TWh | 2.17 TWh | 1.88 TWh | 1.48 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 3.87 TWh | 2.43 TWh | 2.92 TWh | 1.42 TWh | 110 GWh |
| 2016 | 3.99 TWh | 2.59 TWh | 3.53 TWh | 1.00 TWh | 220 GWh |
| 2017 | 5.81 TWh | 1.94 TWh | 3.43 TWh | 440 GWh | 220 GWh |
| 2018 | 5.31 TWh | 2.63 TWh | 3.90 TWh | 590 GWh | 320 GWh |
| 2019 | 4.47 TWh | 2.77 TWh | 4.06 TWh | 530 GWh | 330 GWh |
| 2020 | 5.78 TWh | 2.77 TWh | 2.62 TWh | 380 GWh | 310 GWh |
| 2021 | 6.66 TWh | 3.85 TWh | 3.34 TWh | 750 GWh | 320 GWh |
| 2022 | 7.04 TWh | 3.49 TWh | 1.27 TWh | 790 GWh | 310 GWh |
| 2023 | 5.65 TWh | 3.46 TWh | 2.38 TWh | 2.50 TWh | 340 GWh |
| 2024 | 6.30 TWh | 3.50 TWh | 2.50 TWh | 2.50 TWh | 370 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15.8 TWh | 16.4 TWh | 301 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 14.9 TWh | 15.8 TWh | 310 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 13.5 TWh | 13.9 TWh | 191 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 15.5 TWh | 15.5 TWh | 286 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 12.4 TWh | 12.4 TWh | 266 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 12.7 TWh | 11.7 TWh | 364 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 13.3 TWh | 11.6 TWh | 340 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 12.3 TWh | 11.4 TWh | 313 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 11.9 TWh | 11.3 TWh | 372 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 11.2 TWh | 10.7 TWh | 368 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Guatemala, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Guatemala Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Guatemala?
Hydro was the largest source of electricity in Guatemala in 2024, supplying 39.9% of generation, followed by bioenergy (22.2%) and coal (15.8%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Guatemala use?
Guatemala used 16.4 TWh of electricity in 2024, about 0.89 MWh per person.
How clean is Guatemala's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Guatemala emitted 301 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 68.3% of generation. That is 36% below the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.
Does Guatemala import electricity?
Yes. Guatemala imported 560 GWh more electricity than it exported in 2024.