Namibia Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Namibia generated 1.64 TWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Hydro was the largest source at 61.0%, followed by solar (35.4%) and coal (2.4%). Demand was 4.04 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 52 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Namibia generated 1.64 TWh of electricity in 2024.
- Hydro supplied 61.0% of Namibia's electricity in 2024.
- Solar supplied 35.4% of Namibia's electricity in 2024.
- Coal supplied 2.4% of Namibia's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 97.6% of Namibia's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of Namibia's electricity was 52 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- Namibia's carbon intensity in 2024 was 22% higher than in 2000, when it was 43 gCO2/kWh.
- Namibia had the 138th highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 1.64 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 4.04 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 1.33 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 2.40 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 52 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.09 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 138 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hydro | 1.00 TWh | 61.0% |
| Solar | 580 GWh | 35.4% |
| Coal | 40.0 GWh | 2.4% |
| Wind | 20.0 GWh | 1.2% |
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Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Hydro | Solar | Coal | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 1.40 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 1.21 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 1.42 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 1.42 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 1.37 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 1.66 TWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 1.51 TWh | 0 TWh | 90.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 1.54 TWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 1.39 TWh | 0 TWh | 170 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 1.41 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 1.25 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 1.40 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 1.61 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 1.27 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 1.49 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 1.50 TWh | 40.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 1.36 TWh | 60.0 GWh | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 1.59 TWh | 110 GWh | 70.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2018 | 1.14 TWh | 230 GWh | 20.0 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 950 GWh | 360 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 1.50 TWh | 410 GWh | 60.0 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 970 GWh | 480 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 780 GWh | 500 GWh | 20.0 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 1.32 TWh | 510 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 1.00 TWh | 580 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.64 TWh | 4.04 TWh | 52 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 1.89 TWh | 4.18 TWh | 47 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 1.32 TWh | 4.07 TWh | 45 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 1.51 TWh | 3.95 TWh | 53 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 2.00 TWh | 4.19 TWh | 57 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 1.38 TWh | 4.42 TWh | 59 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 1.41 TWh | 4.63 TWh | 39 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 1.77 TWh | 4.58 TWh | 58 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 1.48 TWh | 4.45 TWh | 57 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 1.58 TWh | 4.17 TWh | 42 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Namibia, 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, 2024Namibia's closest match is the Democratic Republic of the Congo, 76.7% the same.
- Democratic Republic of the Congo 76.7% the same The Democratic Republic of the Congo generates 23.2 points more hydro than Namibia
- Colombia 68.7% the same Colombia generates 30.3 points less solar than Namibia
- Austria 67.2% the same Austria generates 21.3 points less solar than Namibia
- Brazil 66.9% the same Brazil generates 23.9 points less solar than Namibia
- Albania 66.7% the same Albania generates 33.3 points more hydro than Namibia
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
Namibia Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Namibia?
Hydro was the largest source of electricity in Namibia in 2024, supplying 61.0% of generation, followed by solar (35.4%) and coal (2.4%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Namibia use?
Namibia used 4.04 TWh of electricity in 2024, about 1.33 MWh per person.
How clean is Namibia's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Namibia emitted 52 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 97.6% of generation. That is 89% below the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.
Does Namibia import electricity?
Yes. Namibia imported 2.40 TWh more electricity than it exported in 2024.
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World Power Monitor. (2024). Namibia Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions. https://worldpowermonitor.com/countries/namibia/
World Power Monitor. Namibia Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions. Data as of 2024. Data from Ember. https://worldpowermonitor.com/countries/namibia/
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