Serbia Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Serbia generated 36.7 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Coal was the largest source at 65.0%, followed by hydro (22.3%) and gas (6.8%). Demand was 38.0 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 696 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025, with monthly figures through July 2026; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Serbia generated 36.7 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Coal supplied 65.0% of Serbia's electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 22.3% of Serbia's electricity in 2025.
- Gas supplied 6.8% of Serbia's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 27.8% of Serbia's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Serbia's electricity was 696 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Serbia's carbon intensity in 2025 was 12% lower than in 1990, when it was 787 gCO2/kWh.
- Serbia had the 56th highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 36.7 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 38.0 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 5.68 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 1.32 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 696 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 25.5 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 56 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 1990 to 2025| Year | Coal | Hydro | Gas | Wind | Bioenergy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 28.3 TWh | 7.49 TWh | 1.32 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1991 | 24.9 TWh | 9.57 TWh | 1.32 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1992 | 23.9 TWh | 9.17 TWh | 590 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1993 | 21.2 TWh | 8.06 TWh | 370 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1994 | 21.4 TWh | 8.92 TWh | 310 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1995 | 21.7 TWh | 9.90 TWh | 350 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1996 | 19.9 TWh | 11.5 TWh | 510 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1997 | 23.6 TWh | 10.5 TWh | 560 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1998 | 24.1 TWh | 10.3 TWh | 520 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 1999 | 19.0 TWh | 11.1 TWh | 360 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2000 | 21.4 TWh | 9.82 TWh | 390 GWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 21.9 TWh | 9.89 TWh | 500 GWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 22.6 TWh | 9.93 TWh | 500 GWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 24.7 TWh | 8.74 TWh | 540 GWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 25.7 TWh | 10.6 TWh | 680 GWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 23.4 TWh | 11.4 TWh | 320 GWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 25.0 TWh | 10.4 TWh | 120 GWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 25.6 TWh | 9.46 TWh | 430 GWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 26.7 TWh | 9.56 TWh | 410 GWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 26.9 TWh | 10.5 TWh | 170 GWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 25.0 TWh | 11.9 TWh | 330 GWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 28.7 TWh | 8.67 TWh | 500 GWh | n/a | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 26.3 TWh | 9.29 TWh | 480 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2013 | 28.7 TWh | 10.2 TWh | 300 GWh | 0 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2014 | 22.1 TWh | 11.0 TWh | 230 GWh | 0 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 27.2 TWh | 10.1 TWh | 220 GWh | 0 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 27.2 TWh | 10.8 TWh | 380 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 26.5 TWh | 9.15 TWh | 550 GWh | 50.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 25.0 TWh | 10.6 TWh | 600 GWh | 150 GWh | 100 GWh |
| 2019 | 25.6 TWh | 9.46 TWh | 670 GWh | 900 GWh | 140 GWh |
| 2020 | 26.5 TWh | 8.98 TWh | 510 GWh | 980 GWh | 190 GWh |
| 2021 | 23.8 TWh | 11.2 TWh | 1.07 TWh | 1.08 TWh | 250 GWh |
| 2022 | 23.5 TWh | 8.60 TWh | 1.45 TWh | 950 GWh | 250 GWh |
| 2023 | 23.5 TWh | 12.4 TWh | 1.97 TWh | 1.07 TWh | 250 GWh |
| 2024 | 23.3 TWh | 10.1 TWh | 1.72 TWh | 1.25 TWh | 340 GWh |
| 2025 | 23.9 TWh | 8.16 TWh | 2.51 TWh | 1.47 TWh | 410 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 36.7 TWh | 38.0 TWh | 696 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 37.0 TWh | 37.5 TWh | 668 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 39.3 TWh | 37.1 TWh | 639 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 34.8 TWh | 37.6 TWh | 711 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 37.5 TWh | 38.1 TWh | 666 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 37.2 TWh | 36.6 TWh | 736 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 36.9 TWh | 36.9 TWh | 721 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 36.7 TWh | 36.8 TWh | 710 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 36.4 TWh | 37.3 TWh | 753 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 38.6 TWh | 36.7 TWh | 730 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Serbia, 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 July 2026| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08 | 2.74 TWh | 2.31 TWh |
| 2024-09 | 2.58 TWh | 2.35 TWh |
| 2024-10 | 2.92 TWh | 3.05 TWh |
| 2024-11 | 3.17 TWh | 3.10 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 3.45 TWh | 3.17 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 3.48 TWh | 3.41 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 3.26 TWh | 3.21 TWh |
| 2025-03 | 3.11 TWh | 3.10 TWh |
| 2025-04 | 2.74 TWh | 2.68 TWh |
| 2025-05 | 2.56 TWh | 2.29 TWh |
| 2025-06 | 2.56 TWh | 2.36 TWh |
| 2025-07 | 2.71 TWh | 2.69 TWh |
| 2025-08 | 2.63 TWh | 2.57 TWh |
| 2025-09 | 2.52 TWh | 2.41 TWh |
| 2025-10 | 2.95 TWh | 2.51 TWh |
| 2025-11 | 3.15 TWh | 2.94 TWh |
| 2025-12 | 3.56 TWh | 3.23 TWh |
| 2026-01 | 3.60 TWh | 3.38 TWh |
| 2026-02 | 3.09 TWh | 3.19 TWh |
| 2026-03 | 3.12 TWh | 3.05 TWh |
| 2026-04 | 2.83 TWh | 2.43 TWh |
| 2026-05 | 2.62 TWh | 1.99 TWh |
| 2026-06 | 2.57 TWh | 2.07 TWh |
| 2026-07 | 2.76 TWh | 2.38 TWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of July 2026.
Serbia Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Serbia?
Coal was the largest source of electricity in Serbia in 2025, supplying 65.0% of generation, followed by hydro (22.3%) and gas (6.8%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Serbia use?
Serbia used 38.0 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 5.68 MWh per person.
How clean is Serbia's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Serbia emitted 696 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 27.8% of generation. That is 52% above the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Serbia import electricity?
Yes. Serbia imported 1.32 TWh more electricity than it exported in 2025.