Palestine Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Palestine generated 990 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 60.6%, followed by solar (39.4%). Demand was 7.99 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 417 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Palestine generated 990 GWh of electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 60.6% of Palestine's electricity in 2024.
- Solar supplied 39.4% of Palestine's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 39.4% of Palestine's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of Palestine's electricity was 417 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- Palestine's carbon intensity in 2024 was 37% lower than in 2000, when it was 667 gCO2/kWh.
- Palestine had the 116th highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 990 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 7.99 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 1.45 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 7.00 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 417 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.41 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 116 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 600 GWh | 60.6% |
| Solar | 390 GWh | 39.4% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Other fossil | Solar |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 40.0 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 150 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 340 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 400 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 500 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 350 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 420 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 430 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 500 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 470 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 570 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 460 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 530 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 340 GWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 510 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 490 GWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 500 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 360 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 690 GWh | 120 GWh |
| 2020 | 660 GWh | 180 GWh |
| 2021 | 690 GWh | 220 GWh |
| 2022 | 680 GWh | 340 GWh |
| 2023 | 510 GWh | 340 GWh |
| 2024 | 600 GWh | 390 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 990 GWh | 7.99 TWh | 417 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 850 GWh | 7.92 TWh | 414 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 1.02 TWh | 7.72 TWh | 455 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 910 GWh | 7.59 TWh | 510 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 840 GWh | 7.36 TWh | 527 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 810 GWh | 7.06 TWh | 568 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 420 GWh | 6.34 TWh | 571 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 550 GWh | 6.13 TWh | 602 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 530 GWh | 6.00 TWh | 611 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 520 GWh | 5.93 TWh | 646 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Palestine, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Palestine Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Palestine?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in Palestine in 2024, supplying 60.6% of generation, followed by solar (39.4%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Palestine use?
Palestine used 7.99 TWh of electricity in 2024, about 1.45 MWh per person.
How clean is Palestine's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Palestine emitted 417 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 39.4% of generation. That is 12% below the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.
Does Palestine import electricity?
Yes. Palestine imported 7.00 TWh more electricity than it exported in 2024.