Singapore Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Singapore generated 60.1 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Gas was the largest source at 91.1%, followed by bioenergy (2.8%) and solar (2.7%). Demand was 60.4 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 497 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025, with monthly figures through May 2026; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Singapore generated 60.1 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Gas supplied 91.1% of Singapore's electricity in 2025.
- Bioenergy supplied 2.8% of Singapore's electricity in 2025.
- Solar supplied 2.7% of Singapore's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 5.5% of Singapore's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Singapore's electricity was 497 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Singapore's carbon intensity in 2025 was 24% lower than in 2000, when it was 657 gCO2/kWh.
- Singapore had the 45th highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 60.1 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 60.4 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 10.30 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 290 GWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 497 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 29.9 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 45 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | 54.8 TWh | 91.1% |
| Bioenergy | 1.66 TWh | 2.8% |
| Solar | 1.64 TWh | 2.7% |
| Other fossil | 1.47 TWh | 2.5% |
| Coal | 570 GWh | 1.0% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2025| Year | Gas | Bioenergy | Solar | Other fossil | Coal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 5.86 TWh | 490 GWh | 0 TWh | 25.3 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 15.8 TWh | 690 GWh | 0 TWh | 16.6 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 18.7 TWh | 770 GWh | 0 TWh | 15.2 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 21.5 TWh | 990 GWh | 0 TWh | 12.9 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 25.3 TWh | 960 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.5 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 28.4 TWh | 960 GWh | 0 TWh | 8.83 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 30.7 TWh | 950 GWh | 0 TWh | 7.82 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 32.4 TWh | 990 GWh | 0 TWh | 7.77 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 33.5 TWh | 1.04 TWh | 0 TWh | 7.17 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 33.7 TWh | 1.05 TWh | 0 TWh | 7.06 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 35.0 TWh | 1.18 TWh | 0 TWh | 9.16 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 35.9 TWh | 1.20 TWh | 0 TWh | 8.92 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 39.6 TWh | 1.27 TWh | 0 TWh | 6.10 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 44.0 TWh | 1.69 TWh | 0 TWh | 2.25 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 47.0 TWh | 1.38 TWh | 0 TWh | 350 GWh | 540 GWh |
| 2015 | 47.9 TWh | 1.46 TWh | 0 TWh | 330 GWh | 600 GWh |
| 2016 | 49.1 TWh | 1.41 TWh | 90.0 GWh | 360 GWh | 620 GWh |
| 2017 | 49.7 TWh | 1.39 TWh | 120 GWh | 370 GWh | 680 GWh |
| 2018 | 50.5 TWh | 1.35 TWh | 140 GWh | 320 GWh | 690 GWh |
| 2019 | 51.8 TWh | 1.32 TWh | 190 GWh | 220 GWh | 650 GWh |
| 2020 | 50.8 TWh | 1.19 TWh | 300 GWh | 210 GWh | 530 GWh |
| 2021 | 52.9 TWh | 1.22 TWh | 400 GWh | 560 GWh | 670 GWh |
| 2022 | 52.5 TWh | 1.66 TWh | 670 GWh | 1.48 TWh | 570 GWh |
| 2023 | 53.1 TWh | 1.66 TWh | 940 GWh | 1.08 TWh | 570 GWh |
| 2024 | 54.9 TWh | 1.66 TWh | 1.28 TWh | 1.15 TWh | 570 GWh |
| 2025 | 54.8 TWh | 1.66 TWh | 1.64 TWh | 1.47 TWh | 570 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 60.1 TWh | 60.4 TWh | 497 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 59.6 TWh | 59.6 TWh | 499 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 57.3 TWh | 57.4 TWh | 501 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 56.9 TWh | 57.1 TWh | 504 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 55.8 TWh | 55.8 TWh | 506 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 53.1 TWh | 53.1 TWh | 505 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 54.1 TWh | 54.1 TWh | 506 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 53.0 TWh | 53.0 TWh | 507 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 52.3 TWh | 52.3 TWh | 507 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 51.6 TWh | 51.6 TWh | 507 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Singapore, 2000 to 2025
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2025.
Month by Month
Ember monthly statistics through May 2026| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-06 | 4.91 TWh | 4.91 TWh |
| 2024-07 | 5.19 TWh | 5.20 TWh |
| 2024-08 | 5.13 TWh | 5.13 TWh |
| 2024-09 | 4.95 TWh | 4.95 TWh |
| 2024-10 | 5.10 TWh | 5.10 TWh |
| 2024-11 | 4.86 TWh | 4.86 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 4.94 TWh | 4.93 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 4.83 TWh | 4.81 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 4.46 TWh | 4.44 TWh |
| 2025-03 | 4.99 TWh | 4.96 TWh |
| 2025-04 | 4.92 TWh | 4.90 TWh |
| 2025-05 | 5.25 TWh | 5.23 TWh |
| 2025-06 | 5.15 TWh | 5.12 TWh |
| 2025-07 | 5.35 TWh | 5.33 TWh |
| 2025-08 | 5.18 TWh | 5.16 TWh |
| 2025-09 | 4.94 TWh | 4.92 TWh |
| 2025-10 | 5.20 TWh | 5.18 TWh |
| 2025-11 | 5.09 TWh | 5.07 TWh |
| 2025-12 | 5.04 TWh | 5.02 TWh |
| 2026-01 | 5.03 TWh | 5.00 TWh |
| 2026-02 | 4.63 TWh | 4.59 TWh |
| 2026-03 | 5.15 TWh | 5.13 TWh |
| 2026-04 | 4.85 TWh | 4.85 TWh |
| 2026-05 | 5.11 TWh | 5.10 TWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of May 2026.
Singapore Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Singapore?
Gas was the largest source of electricity in Singapore in 2025, supplying 91.1% of generation, followed by bioenergy (2.8%) and solar (2.7%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Singapore use?
Singapore used 60.4 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 10.30 MWh per person.
How clean is Singapore's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Singapore emitted 497 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 5.5% of generation. That is 8% above the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Singapore import electricity?
Yes. Singapore imported 290 GWh more electricity than it exported in 2025.