Mozambique Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Mozambique generated 19.8 TWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Hydro was the largest source at 82.4%, followed by gas (15.8%) and other fossil (0.8%). Demand was 16.5 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 129 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Mozambique generated 19.8 TWh of electricity in 2024.
- Hydro supplied 82.4% of Mozambique's electricity in 2024.
- Gas supplied 15.8% of Mozambique's electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 0.8% of Mozambique's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 83.4% of Mozambique's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of Mozambique's electricity was 129 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- Mozambique's carbon intensity in 2024 was 429% higher than in 2000, when it was 24 gCO2/kWh.
- Mozambique had the 91st highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 19.8 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 16.5 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 0.48 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | -3.30 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 129 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 2.56 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 91 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hydro | 16.3 TWh | 82.4% |
| Gas | 3.13 TWh | 15.8% |
| Other fossil | 150 GWh | 0.8% |
| Bioenergy | 130 GWh | 0.7% |
| Solar | 80.0 GWh | 0.4% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Hydro | Gas | Other fossil | Bioenergy | Solar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 9.56 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 11.7 TWh | 0 TWh | 40.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 12.6 TWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 10.8 TWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 11.6 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 13.1 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 14.6 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 15.9 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 15.0 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 16.8 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 16.7 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 16.5 TWh | 110 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 14.9 TWh | 110 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 14.7 TWh | 210 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 16.2 TWh | 210 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 17.1 TWh | 1.27 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 15.6 TWh | 2.83 TWh | 430 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 14.1 TWh | 2.79 TWh | 650 GWh | 140 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2018 | 13.9 TWh | 2.87 TWh | 250 GWh | 120 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2019 | 14.9 TWh | 3.78 TWh | 140 GWh | 110 GWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 15.7 TWh | 3.00 TWh | 140 GWh | 110 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 15.5 TWh | 3.04 TWh | 170 GWh | 110 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 16.2 TWh | 3.06 TWh | 130 GWh | 130 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 16.5 TWh | 3.12 TWh | 160 GWh | 130 GWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 16.3 TWh | 3.13 TWh | 150 GWh | 130 GWh | 80.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 19.8 TWh | 16.5 TWh | 129 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 20.0 TWh | 16.5 TWh | 129 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 19.6 TWh | 16.4 TWh | 128 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 18.9 TWh | 15.9 TWh | 132 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 19.0 TWh | 15.6 TWh | 129 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 19.0 TWh | 16.5 TWh | 155 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 17.1 TWh | 15.7 TWh | 140 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 17.6 TWh | 15.9 TWh | 148 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 18.9 TWh | 15.5 TWh | 133 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 18.4 TWh | 15.1 TWh | 68 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Mozambique, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Mozambique Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Mozambique?
Hydro was the largest source of electricity in Mozambique in 2024, supplying 82.4% of generation, followed by gas (15.8%) and other fossil (0.8%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Mozambique use?
Mozambique used 16.5 TWh of electricity in 2024, about 0.48 MWh per person.
How clean is Mozambique's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Mozambique emitted 129 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 83.4% of generation. That is 73% below the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.
Does Mozambique import electricity?
No. Mozambique was a net exporter in 2024, exporting 3.30 TWh more than it imported.