Uruguay Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Uruguay generated 11.9 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Wind was the largest source at 40.6%, followed by hydro (27.2%) and bioenergy (24.9%). Demand was 14.8 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 80 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
- Uruguay generated 11.9 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Wind supplied 40.6% of Uruguay's electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 27.2% of Uruguay's electricity in 2025.
- Bioenergy supplied 24.9% of Uruguay's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 97.8% of Uruguay's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Uruguay's electricity was 80 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Uruguay's carbon intensity in 2025 was 20% higher than in 2000, when it was 67 gCO2/kWh.
- Uruguay had the 74th highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 11.9 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 14.8 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 4.36 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | 2.81 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 80 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.96 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 74 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Wind | 4.85 TWh | 40.6% |
| Hydro | 3.25 TWh | 27.2% |
| Bioenergy | 2.97 TWh | 24.9% |
| Solar | 610 GWh | 5.1% |
| Other fossil | 260 GWh | 2.2% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2025| Year | Wind | Hydro | Bioenergy | Solar | Other fossil |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 0 TWh | 7.05 TWh | 40.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 500 GWh |
| 2001 | 0 TWh | 9.19 TWh | 40.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2002 | 0 TWh | 9.53 TWh | 40.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2003 | 0 TWh | 8.53 TWh | 40.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2004 | 0 TWh | 4.78 TWh | 40.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 1.08 TWh |
| 2005 | 0 TWh | 6.68 TWh | 40.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 960 GWh |
| 2006 | 0 TWh | 3.55 TWh | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 1.97 TWh |
| 2007 | 0 TWh | 8.02 TWh | 140 GWh | 0 TWh | 1.22 TWh |
| 2008 | 0 TWh | 4.50 TWh | 870 GWh | 0 TWh | 3.39 TWh |
| 2009 | 40.0 GWh | 5.06 TWh | 810 GWh | 0 TWh | 2.74 TWh |
| 2010 | 70.0 GWh | 8.41 TWh | 1.10 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.08 TWh |
| 2011 | 110 GWh | 6.48 TWh | 1.13 TWh | 0 TWh | 2.53 TWh |
| 2012 | 110 GWh | 5.42 TWh | 1.32 TWh | 0 TWh | 3.74 TWh |
| 2013 | 140 GWh | 8.21 TWh | 1.46 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.85 TWh |
| 2014 | 730 GWh | 9.65 TWh | 1.92 TWh | 0 TWh | 680 GWh |
| 2015 | 2.07 TWh | 8.27 TWh | 2.41 TWh | 50.0 GWh | 940 GWh |
| 2016 | 2.99 TWh | 7.84 TWh | 2.45 TWh | 150 GWh | 440 GWh |
| 2017 | 3.77 TWh | 7.52 TWh | 2.57 TWh | 270 GWh | 190 GWh |
| 2018 | 4.73 TWh | 6.56 TWh | 2.55 TWh | 410 GWh | 350 GWh |
| 2019 | 4.75 TWh | 8.11 TWh | 2.51 TWh | 420 GWh | 160 GWh |
| 2020 | 5.48 TWh | 4.09 TWh | 2.73 TWh | 460 GWh | 810 GWh |
| 2021 | 4.99 TWh | 5.27 TWh | 2.79 TWh | 480 GWh | 2.45 TWh |
| 2022 | 4.78 TWh | 5.69 TWh | 2.52 TWh | 500 GWh | 1.37 TWh |
| 2023 | 4.76 TWh | 3.52 TWh | 3.08 TWh | 490 GWh | 970 GWh |
| 2024 | 5.16 TWh | 4.50 TWh | 3.00 TWh | 560 GWh | 150 GWh |
| 2025 | 4.85 TWh | 3.25 TWh | 2.97 TWh | 610 GWh | 260 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 11.9 TWh | 14.8 TWh | 80 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 13.4 TWh | 14.5 TWh | 69 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 12.8 TWh | 14.0 TWh | 113 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 14.9 TWh | 13.5 TWh | 111 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 16.0 TWh | 13.2 TWh | 151 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 13.6 TWh | 12.9 TWh | 95 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 16.1 TWh | 13.1 TWh | 61 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 14.6 TWh | 13.4 TWh | 68 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 14.4 TWh | 12.9 TWh | 64 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 13.9 TWh | 13.1 TWh | 75 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Uruguay, 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 July 2026| Month | Demand | Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08 | 1.14 TWh | 1.51 TWh |
| 2024-09 | 970 GWh | 1.16 TWh |
| 2024-10 | 960 GWh | 1.33 TWh |
| 2024-11 | 940 GWh | 1.20 TWh |
| 2024-12 | 990 GWh | 1.02 TWh |
| 2025-01 | 1.11 TWh | 1.03 TWh |
| 2025-02 | 1.03 TWh | 920 GWh |
| 2025-03 | 1.03 TWh | 910 GWh |
| 2025-04 | 900 GWh | 800 GWh |
| 2025-05 | 1.02 TWh | 1.01 TWh |
| 2025-06 | 1.16 TWh | 1.28 TWh |
| 2025-07 | 1.21 TWh | 1.30 TWh |
| 2025-08 | 1.09 TWh | 1.33 TWh |
| 2025-09 | 950 GWh | 1.24 TWh |
| 2025-10 | 920 GWh | 1.03 TWh |
| 2025-11 | 930 GWh | 940 GWh |
| 2025-12 | 1.16 TWh | 1.08 TWh |
| 2026-01 | 1.11 TWh | 1.13 TWh |
| 2026-02 | 1.03 TWh | 970 GWh |
| 2026-03 | 1.02 TWh | 1.00 TWh |
| 2026-04 | 910 GWh | 950 GWh |
| 2026-05 | 1.13 TWh | 1.25 TWh |
| 2026-06 | 1.18 TWh | 1.10 TWh |
| 2026-07 | 1.21 TWh | 1.36 TWh |
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of July 2026.
Uruguay Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Uruguay?
Wind was the largest source of electricity in Uruguay in 2025, supplying 40.6% of generation, followed by hydro (27.2%) and bioenergy (24.9%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Uruguay use?
Uruguay used 14.8 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 4.36 MWh per person.
How clean is Uruguay's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Uruguay emitted 80 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 97.8% of generation. That is 83% below the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Uruguay import electricity?
Yes. Uruguay imported 2.81 TWh more electricity than it exported in 2025.