Guinea-Bissau Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Guinea-Bissau generated 80.0 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 100.0%. Demand was 80.0 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 663 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Guinea-Bissau generated 80.0 GWh of electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 100.0% of Guinea-Bissau's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 0.0% of Guinea-Bissau's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of Guinea-Bissau's electricity was 663 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- Guinea-Bissau's carbon intensity in 2024 was 1% lower than in 2000, when it was 667 gCO2/kWh.
- Guinea-Bissau had the 192nd highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 80.0 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 80.0 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 0.04 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 663 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.05 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 192 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 80.0 GWh | 100.0% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Other fossil |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 30.0 GWh |
| 2001 | 20.0 GWh |
| 2002 | 20.0 GWh |
| 2003 | 20.0 GWh |
| 2004 | 30.0 GWh |
| 2005 | 30.0 GWh |
| 2006 | 30.0 GWh |
| 2007 | 30.0 GWh |
| 2008 | 30.0 GWh |
| 2009 | 30.0 GWh |
| 2010 | 30.0 GWh |
| 2011 | 30.0 GWh |
| 2012 | 30.0 GWh |
| 2013 | 20.0 GWh |
| 2014 | 30.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 60.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 80.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 80.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 80.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 80.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 80.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 80.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 80.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 80.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 80.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 80.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 663 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 80.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 663 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 80.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 663 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 80.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 663 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 80.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 663 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 80.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 663 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 80.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 663 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 80.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 663 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 80.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 663 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 60.0 GWh | 60.0 GWh | 650 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Guinea-Bissau, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Guinea-Bissau Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Guinea-Bissau?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in Guinea-Bissau in 2024, supplying 100.0% of generation. Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Guinea-Bissau use?
Guinea-Bissau used 80.0 GWh of electricity in 2024, about 0.04 MWh per person.
How clean is Guinea-Bissau's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Guinea-Bissau emitted 663 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 0.0% of generation. That is 40% above the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.