Vanuatu Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Vanuatu generated 80.0 GWh of electricity in 2023, according to Ember. Other fossil was the largest source at 75.0%, followed by hydro (12.5%) and solar (12.5%). Demand was 80.0 GWh and each kWh generated emitted 500 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2023; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Vanuatu generated 80.0 GWh of electricity in 2023.
- Other fossil supplied 75.0% of Vanuatu's electricity in 2023.
- Hydro supplied 12.5% of Vanuatu's electricity in 2023.
- Solar supplied 12.5% of Vanuatu's electricity in 2023.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 25.0% of Vanuatu's generation in 2023.
- The carbon intensity of Vanuatu's electricity was 500 gCO2/kWh in 2023.
- Vanuatu's carbon intensity in 2023 was 24% lower than in 2000, when it was 660 gCO2/kWh.
- Vanuatu had the 203rd highest electricity demand among the 213 countries with Ember data for 2023.
Key Figures, 2023
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 80.0 GWh | 2023 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 80.0 GWh | 2023 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 0.25 MWh | 2023 · Ember |
| Net imports | 0 TWh | 2023 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 500 gCO2/kWh | 2023 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.04 MtCO2 | 2023 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2023 data) | 203 of 213 | 2023 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2023
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Other fossil | 60.0 GWh | 75.0% |
| Hydro | 10.0 GWh | 12.5% |
| Solar | 10.0 GWh | 12.5% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2023| Year | Other fossil | Hydro | Solar |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2001 | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2002 | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2003 | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2004 | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2005 | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2006 | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2007 | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2008 | 60.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2009 | 60.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2010 | 60.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2011 | 60.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2012 | 60.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2013 | 60.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2014 | 60.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2015 | 50.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2016 | 60.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2017 | 60.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh |
| 2018 | 60.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 60.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 60.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 60.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 60.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 60.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 80.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 500 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 80.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 500 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 80.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 500 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 90.0 GWh | 90.0 GWh | 444 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 90.0 GWh | 90.0 GWh | 444 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 80.0 GWh | 80.0 GWh | 500 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 60.0 GWh | 60.0 GWh | 650 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 70.0 GWh | 70.0 GWh | 571 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 60.0 GWh | 60.0 GWh | 550 gCO2/kWh |
| 2014 | 70.0 GWh | 70.0 GWh | 571 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Vanuatu, 2000 to 2023
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2023.
Vanuatu Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Vanuatu?
Other fossil was the largest source of electricity in Vanuatu in 2023, supplying 75.0% of generation, followed by hydro (12.5%) and solar (12.5%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Vanuatu use?
Vanuatu used 80.0 GWh of electricity in 2023, about 0.25 MWh per person.
How clean is Vanuatu's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Vanuatu emitted 500 gCO2/kWh in 2023, and low carbon sources supplied 25.0% of generation. That is 3% above the world average of 484 gCO2/kWh.