Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha generated 10.0 GWh of electricity in 2023, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 100.0%. Demand was 10.0 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 1,000 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2023; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha generated 10.0 GWh of electricity in 2023.
- Other fossil supplied 100.0% of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha's electricity in 2023.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 0.0% of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha's generation in 2023.
- The carbon intensity of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha's electricity was 1,000 gCO2/kWh in 2023.
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha's carbon intensity in 2023 was about the same as in 2000, at 1,000 gCO2/kWh.
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha had the 210th highest electricity demand among the 213 countries with Ember data for 2023.
Key Figures, 2023
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 10.0 GWh | 2023 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 10.0 GWh | 2023 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 1.89 MWh | 2023 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2023 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 1,000 gCO2/kWh | 2023 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.01 MtCO2 | 2023 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2023 data) | 210 of 213 | 2023 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2023
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 10.0 GWh | 100.0% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2023| Year | Other fossil |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2001 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2002 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2003 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2004 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2005 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2006 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2007 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2008 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2009 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2010 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2011 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2012 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2013 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2014 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 10.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 10.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 1,000 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 1,000 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 1,000 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 1,000 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 1,000 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 1,000 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 1,000 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 1,000 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 1,000 gCO2/kWh |
| 2014 | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 1,000 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, 2000 to 2023
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2023. Ember's API does not cover Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha; these figures come from Ember's yearly data file.
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha in 2023, supplying 100.0% of generation. Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha use?
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha used 10.0 GWh of electricity in 2023, about 1.89 MWh per person.
How clean is Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha emitted 1,000 gCO2/kWh in 2023, and low carbon sources supplied 0.0% of generation. That is 107% above the world average of 484 gCO2/kWh.