Poland Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Poland generated 172 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Coal was the largest source at 50.6%, followed by gas (14.4%) and wind (13.9%). Demand was 173 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 591 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025, with monthly figures through August 2026; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Poland generated 172 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Coal supplied 50.6% of Poland's electricity in 2025.
- Gas supplied 14.4% of Poland's electricity in 2025.
- Wind supplied 13.9% of Poland's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 31.2% of Poland's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Poland's electricity was 591 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Poland's carbon intensity in 2025 was 39% lower than in 1990, when it was 967 gCO2/kWh.
- Poland had the 24th highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 172 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 173 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 4.55 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 950 GWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 591 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 102 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 24 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Coal | 87.3 TWh | 50.6% |
| Gas | 24.8 TWh | 14.4% |
| Wind | 24.0 TWh | 13.9% |
| Solar | 19.5 TWh | 11.3% |
| Bioenergy | 8.45 TWh | 4.9% |
| Other fossil | 6.45 TWh | 3.7% |
| Hydro | 1.70 TWh | 1.0% |
| Other renewables | 230 GWh | 0.1% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 1990 to 2025Annual statistics through 2025, TWh
| Year | Coal | Gas | Wind | Solar | Bioenergy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 130 TWh | 130 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 1991 | 129 TWh | 110 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 80.0 GWh |
| 1992 | 127 TWh | 100 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 110 GWh |
| 1993 | 128 TWh | 100 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 1994 | 128 TWh | 150 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 1995 | 132 TWh | 260 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 70.0 GWh |
| 1996 | 135 TWh | 320 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 130 GWh |
| 1997 | 135 TWh | 220 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 170 GWh |
| 1998 | 134 TWh | 310 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 220 GWh |
| 1999 | 133 TWh | 620 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 190 GWh |
| 2000 | 136 TWh | 930 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 220 GWh |
| 2001 | 135 TWh | 1.36 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 440 GWh |
| 2002 | 133 TWh | 2.20 TWh | 60.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 430 GWh |
| 2003 | 141 TWh | 2.42 TWh | 120 GWh | 0 TWh | 460 GWh |
| 2004 | 141 TWh | 3.22 TWh | 140 GWh | 0 TWh | 980 GWh |
| 2005 | 142 TWh | 5.16 TWh | 140 GWh | 0 TWh | 1.51 TWh |
| 2006 | 147 TWh | 4.58 TWh | 260 GWh | 0 TWh | 1.99 TWh |
| 2007 | 144 TWh | 4.48 TWh | 520 GWh | 0 TWh | 2.56 TWh |
| 2008 | 139 TWh | 4.68 TWh | 840 GWh | 0 TWh | 3.62 TWh |
| 2009 | 133 TWh | 4.79 TWh | 1.08 TWh | 0 TWh | 5.23 TWh |
| 2010 | 137 TWh | 4.80 TWh | 1.66 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.30 TWh |
| 2011 | 140 TWh | 5.82 TWh | 3.20 TWh | 0 TWh | 7.60 TWh |
| 2012 | 135 TWh | 6.26 TWh | 4.75 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.1 TWh |
| 2013 | 138 TWh | 5.27 TWh | 6.00 TWh | 0 TWh | 8.62 TWh |
| 2014 | 130 TWh | 5.33 TWh | 7.68 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 9.98 TWh |
| 2015 | 131 TWh | 6.39 TWh | 10.9 TWh | 60.0 GWh | 9.94 TWh |
| 2016 | 130 TWh | 7.83 TWh | 12.6 TWh | 120 GWh | 7.96 TWh |
| 2017 | 131 TWh | 10.0 TWh | 14.9 TWh | 170 GWh | 6.49 TWh |
| 2018 | 131 TWh | 12.6 TWh | 12.8 TWh | 300 GWh | 6.55 TWh |
| 2019 | 118 TWh | 14.8 TWh | 15.1 TWh | 710 GWh | 7.68 TWh |
| 2020 | 107 TWh | 17.3 TWh | 15.8 TWh | 1.96 TWh | 8.35 TWh |
| 2021 | 128 TWh | 15.8 TWh | 16.2 TWh | 3.93 TWh | 8.06 TWh |
| 2022 | 125 TWh | 11.4 TWh | 19.8 TWh | 8.31 TWh | 7.63 TWh |
| 2023 | 98.9 TWh | 16.5 TWh | 24.2 TWh | 11.1 TWh | 8.16 TWh |
| 2024 | 93.5 TWh | 20.5 TWh | 25.9 TWh | 17.7 TWh | 7.95 TWh |
| 2025 | 87.3 TWh | 24.8 TWh | 24.0 TWh | 19.5 TWh | 8.45 TWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 172 TWh | 173 TWh | 591 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 172 TWh | 174 TWh | 608 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 166 TWh | 169 TWh | 651 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 179 TWh | 177 TWh | 733 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 179 TWh | 180 TWh | 756 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 157 TWh | 170 TWh | 738 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 163 TWh | 174 TWh | 772 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 169 TWh | 175 TWh | 809 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 170 TWh | 172 TWh | 806 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 166 TWh | 168 TWh | 819 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Poland, 1990 to 2025
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2025.
Month by Month
Ember monthly statistics through August 2026Monthly statistics through August 2026, TWh
| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-09 | 12.4 TWh | 12.6 TWh |
| 2024-10 | 13.7 TWh | 13.3 TWh |
| 2024-11 | 13.9 TWh | 14.1 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 14.2 TWh | 14.7 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 14.8 TWh | 15.7 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 13.7 TWh | 13.9 TWh |
| 2025-03 | 13.7 TWh | 13.8 TWh |
| 2025-04 | 12.4 TWh | 12.5 TWh |
| 2025-05 | 12.6 TWh | 12.3 TWh |
| 2025-06 | 12.0 TWh | 12.0 TWh |
| 2025-07 | 12.7 TWh | 12.4 TWh |
| 2025-08 | 12.1 TWh | 11.7 TWh |
| 2025-09 | 12.5 TWh | 12.1 TWh |
| 2025-10 | 13.9 TWh | 13.7 TWh |
| 2025-11 | 14.0 TWh | 13.6 TWh |
| 2025-12 | 14.5 TWh | 14.3 TWh |
| 2026-01 | 15.9 TWh | 16.1 TWh |
| 2026-02 | 14.3 TWh | 13.9 TWh |
| 2026-03 | 13.8 TWh | 14.5 TWh |
| 2026-04 | 13.0 TWh | 13.8 TWh |
| 2026-05 | 12.7 TWh | 13.1 TWh |
| 2026-06 | 12.5 TWh | 12.9 TWh |
| 2026-07 | 12.8 TWh | 13.1 TWh |
| 2026-08 | 12.7 TWh | 13.2 TWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of August 2026.
Poland Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Poland?
Coal was the largest source of electricity in Poland in 2025, supplying 50.6% of generation, followed by gas (14.4%) and wind (13.9%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Poland use?
Poland used 173 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 4.55 MWh per person.
How clean is Poland's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Poland emitted 591 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 31.2% of generation. That is 29% above the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Poland import electricity?
Yes. Poland imported 950 GWh more electricity than it exported in 2025.