Mali Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Mali generated 5.96 TWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 80.5%, followed by hydro (15.4%) and solar (2.9%). Demand was 5.46 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 537 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Mali generated 5.96 TWh of electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 80.5% of Mali's electricity in 2024.
- Hydro supplied 15.4% of Mali's electricity in 2024.
- Solar supplied 2.9% of Mali's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 19.5% of Mali's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of Mali's electricity was 537 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- Mali's carbon intensity in 2024 was 7% higher than in 2000, when it was 500 gCO2/kWh.
- Mali had the 129th highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 5.96 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 5.46 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 0.22 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | -500 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 537 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 3.20 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 129 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 4.80 TWh | 80.5% |
| Hydro | 920 GWh | 15.4% |
| Solar | 170 GWh | 2.9% |
| Bioenergy | 70.0 GWh | 1.2% |
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Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Other fossil | Hydro | Solar | Bioenergy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 780 GWh | 230 GWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2001 | 790 GWh | 230 GWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2002 | 820 GWh | 240 GWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2003 | 830 GWh | 230 GWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2004 | 960 GWh | 250 GWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2005 | 990 GWh | 450 GWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2006 | 1.04 TWh | 480 GWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2007 | 1.06 TWh | 470 GWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2008 | 1.19 TWh | 570 GWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2009 | 840 GWh | 670 GWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2010 | 1.20 TWh | 1.10 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2011 | 940 GWh | 1.15 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2012 | 990 GWh | 1.24 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2013 | 1.01 TWh | 1.11 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2014 | 1.05 TWh | 1.38 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 1.30 TWh | 1.12 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 1.45 TWh | 1.48 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 1.87 TWh | 1.48 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 2.16 TWh | 1.36 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 2.35 TWh | 1.37 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 2.33 TWh | 1.44 TWh | 100 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 2.40 TWh | 1.33 TWh | 140 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 2.48 TWh | 1.64 TWh | 150 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 4.82 TWh | 970 GWh | 150 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 4.80 TWh | 920 GWh | 170 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5.96 TWh | 5.46 TWh | 537 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 6.01 TWh | 5.29 TWh | 535 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 4.34 TWh | 4.61 TWh | 390 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 3.94 TWh | 4.10 TWh | 414 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 3.94 TWh | 4.09 TWh | 403 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 3.81 TWh | 3.86 TWh | 418 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 3.61 TWh | 3.48 TWh | 407 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 3.44 TWh | 3.19 TWh | 372 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 3.02 TWh | 2.67 TWh | 332 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 2.51 TWh | 2.64 TWh | 357 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Mali, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Countries With a Similar Electricity Mix
Ember annual, 2024Mali's closest match is Mauritania, 90.3% the same.
- Mauritania 90.3% the same Mauritania generates 5.3 points less hydro than Mali
- Burkina Faso 89.9% the same Burkina Faso generates 10.1 points less hydro than Mali
- Senegal 86.7% the same Senegal generates 11.4 points less hydro than Mali
- Cuba 83.6% the same Cuba generates 14.8 points less hydro than Mali
- Aruba 83.4% the same Aruba generates 15.4 points less hydro than Mali
How close: the share of generation that would have to change fuel for one mix to match the other (half the sum of the fuel share differences); 100% minus that is "the same". Grids under 1 TWh are skipped. Grid twins: the 25 closest pairs and every country's nearest match
Mali Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Mali?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in Mali in 2024, supplying 80.5% of generation, followed by hydro (15.4%) and solar (2.9%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Mali use?
Mali used 5.46 TWh of electricity in 2024, about 0.22 MWh per person.
How clean is Mali's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Mali emitted 537 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 19.5% of generation. That is 14% above the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.
Does Mali import electricity?
No. Mali was a net exporter in 2024, exporting 500 GWh more than it imported.
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World Power Monitor. (2024). Mali Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions. https://worldpowermonitor.com/countries/mali/
World Power Monitor. Mali Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions. Data as of 2024. Data from Ember. https://worldpowermonitor.com/countries/mali/
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