Iraq Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Iraq generated 150 TWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Gas was the largest source at 53.0%, followed by other fossil (45.4%) and hydro (1.3%). Demand was 157 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 683 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Iraq generated 150 TWh of electricity in 2024.
- Gas supplied 53.0% of Iraq's electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 45.4% of Iraq's electricity in 2024.
- Hydro supplied 1.3% of Iraq's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 1.6% of Iraq's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of Iraq's electricity was 683 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- Iraq's carbon intensity in 2024 was 4% higher than in 2000, when it was 658 gCO2/kWh.
- Iraq had the 29th highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 150 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 157 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 3.41 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 7.10 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 683 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 102 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 29 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | 79.3 TWh | 53.0% |
| Other fossil | 68.0 TWh | 45.4% |
| Hydro | 2.00 TWh | 1.3% |
| Solar | 430 GWh | 0.3% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Gas | Other fossil | Hydro | Solar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 5.99 TWh | 25.3 TWh | 610 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 5.24 TWh | 26.4 TWh | 620 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 4.48 TWh | 28.9 TWh | 520 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 2.96 TWh | 24.9 TWh | 430 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 1.90 TWh | 29.9 TWh | 490 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 10.0 TWh | 14.4 TWh | 6.00 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 14.2 TWh | 13.6 TWh | 6.10 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 12.9 TWh | 14.6 TWh | 5.74 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 18.3 TWh | 15.2 TWh | 3.48 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 18.2 TWh | 16.4 TWh | 3.23 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 15.1 TWh | 29.1 TWh | 4.77 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 18.0 TWh | 32.5 TWh | 3.40 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 10.3 TWh | 31.4 TWh | 4.39 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 12.5 TWh | 41.6 TWh | 4.76 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2014 | 15.2 TWh | 50.9 TWh | 2.93 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 21.1 TWh | 47.0 TWh | 2.55 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 20.9 TWh | 57.6 TWh | 3.37 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 33.8 TWh | 57.6 TWh | 2.18 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 53.5 TWh | 43.1 TWh | 1.82 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 66.4 TWh | 43.8 TWh | 4.96 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 71.5 TWh | 41.1 TWh | 4.16 TWh | 380 GWh |
| 2021 | 70.9 TWh | 45.9 TWh | 3.35 TWh | 380 GWh |
| 2022 | 90.2 TWh | 40.6 TWh | 2.65 TWh | 380 GWh |
| 2023 | 75.7 TWh | 67.6 TWh | 1.38 TWh | 380 GWh |
| 2024 | 79.3 TWh | 68.0 TWh | 2.00 TWh | 430 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 150 TWh | 157 TWh | 683 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 145 TWh | 152 TWh | 685 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 134 TWh | 137 TWh | 689 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 120 TWh | 126 TWh | 678 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 117 TWh | 125 TWh | 674 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 115 TWh | 122 TWh | 669 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 98.4 TWh | 103 TWh | 682 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 93.6 TWh | 99.2 TWh | 667 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 81.9 TWh | 90.1 TWh | 648 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 70.6 TWh | 79.8 TWh | 654 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Iraq, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Iraq Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Iraq?
Gas was the largest source of electricity in Iraq in 2024, supplying 53.0% of generation, followed by other fossil (45.4%) and hydro (1.3%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Iraq use?
Iraq used 157 TWh of electricity in 2024, about 3.41 MWh per person.
How clean is Iraq's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Iraq emitted 683 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 1.6% of generation. That is 45% above the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.
Does Iraq import electricity?
Yes. Iraq imported 7.10 TWh more electricity than it exported in 2024.