Afghanistan Renewable Energy
Renewable energy consumption as % of total EG.FEC.RNEW.ZS
Afghanistan's renewable energy was 21.33% in 2025, ranked 31st globally. This represents a 6.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Afghanistan's renewable energy stood at 21.33% in 2025, a rise of +1.33% from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 21.33% by 2025. Afghanistan ranked 31st globally.
Afghanistan's renewable energy sector has experienced significant fluctuations over the past three decades. The country's all-time high of 45.60% in 2001, following a period of relative stability, was abruptly disrupted by the subsequent decline to a trough of 12.60% in 2011. This downward trend is largely attributed to the ongoing conflict and instability in the region. Notably, Afghanistan's current renewable energy coverage of 21.33%, ranking 31st globally, is closer to the 23.00% level seen in 1990 than its 2001 peak. In comparison, Cabo Verde boasts a higher renewable energy coverage of 23.23%, highlighting the potential for growth in Afghanistan. The country's renewable energy sector is likely to face continued challenges in the coming years, however, improvements in infrastructure and a more stable security environment could potentially shift the trajectory, enabling Afghanistan to increase its renewable energy coverage and catch up with its regional peers.
Data & projection
| Year | Renewable Energy | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 21.33% | - | - |
| 2025 | 21.33% | +1.33% | #31 |
| 2022 | 20.00% | +0.00% | #32 |
| 2021 | 20.00% | +1.80% | #106 |
| 2020 | 18.20% | −0.70% | #114 |
| 2019 | 18.90% | +0.60% | #106 |
| 2018 | 18.30% | −1.20% | #107 |
| 2017 | 19.50% | −0.70% | #104 |
| 2016 | 20.20% | +2.50% | #106 |
| 2015 | 17.70% | −1.40% | #110 |
| 2014 | 19.10% | +2.20% | #107 |
| 2013 | 16.90% | +1.50% | #112 |
| 2012 | 15.40% | +2.80% | #114 |
| 2011 | 12.60% | −2.60% | #121 |
| 2010 | 15.20% | −1.30% | #110 |
| 2009 | 16.50% | −4.70% | #109 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Afghanistan matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2022. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw renewable energy improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Afghanistan's renewable energy was 21.33% in 2025. Ranked 31st globally. This represents a 6.7% increase from the previous year.
Afghanistan's renewable energy peaked at 45.60% in 2001.
The lowest renewable energy in Afghanistan was 12.60% in 2011.
Afghanistan ranks 31st globally in renewable energy as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.FEC.RNEW.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Afghanistan's renewable energy is projected to reach 21.33% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The renewable energy of Afghanistan in 2025 was 21.33%. This ranks 31st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_afghanistan_renewable-energy,
title = {Afghanistan Renewable Energy},
url = {https://historysaid.com/afghanistan/renewable-energy/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}