Belgium Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Belgium's energy use per capita was 3,894 in 2025, ranked 21st globally. This represents a 3.9% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Belgium's energy use per capita stood at 3,894 in 2025, a decline of +157 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 3,894 by 2025. Belgium ranked 21st globally.
Belgium’s energy use per capita has fallen sharply over the 35‑year series, declining from a high of 5,662.98 kWh in 2000 to 3,894.00 kWh in 2025, the lowest level recorded and the 21st‑ranked figure worldwide. This downward trajectory represents a reduction of roughly 31 percent relative to the 1990 level of 4,804.35 kWh, reflecting the combined impact of efficiency gains, structural shifts toward services and the gradual de‑carbonisation of the electricity mix. The 2025 trough places Belgium slightly above Luxembourg’s 3,723.08 kWh and below Sweden’s 4,068.66 kWh, indicating that while the country lags the Scandinavian benchmark, it remains competitive among high‑income peers. The persistent decline suggests that continued policy emphasis on renewable integration and building‑stock retrofits could sustain the downward pressure on per‑capita consumption, potentially pushing Belgium into the lower half of global rankings in the coming decade.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 3,747 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 3,894 | - | - |
| 2025 | 3,894 | −157 | #21 |
| 2023 | 4,051 | −317 | #61 |
| 2022 | 4,368 | −455 | #127 |
| 2021 | 4,824 | +437 | #127 |
| 2020 | 4,386 | −390 | #128 |
| 2019 | 4,776 | +116 | #127 |
| 2018 | 4,660 | −203 | #127 |
| 2017 | 4,864 | −41 | #127 |
| 2016 | 4,904 | +242 | #128 |
| 2015 | 4,662 | −40 | #128 |
| 2014 | 4,701 | −299 | #128 |
| 2013 | 5,000 | +178 | #129 |
| 2012 | 4,823 | −240 | #129 |
| 2011 | 5,063 | −447 | #129 |
| 2010 | 5,510 | +349 | #131 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Belgium matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw energy use per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Belgium's energy use per capita was 3,894 in 2025. Ranked 21st globally. This represents a 3.9% decrease from the previous year.
Belgium's energy use per capita peaked at 5,663 in 2000.
The lowest energy use per capita in Belgium was 3,894 in 2025.
Belgium ranks 21st globally in energy use per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE. Data sourced from World Bank.
Belgium's energy use per capita is projected to reach 3,894 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of Belgium in 2025 was 3,894. This ranks 21st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_belgium_energy-per-capita,
title = {Belgium Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/belgium/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}