Burkina Faso Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Burkina Faso's energy use per capita was 310 in 2025, ranked 141st globally. This represents a 1.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Burkina Faso's energy use per capita stood at 310 in 2025, a decline of +3 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 310 by 2025. Burkina Faso ranked 141st globally.
Burkina Faso’s energy use per capita has risen steadily from 172.69 kilowatt‑hours in 1990 to 309.88 kilowatt‑hours in 2025, placing the country 141st in the world. The upward trajectory accelerated after the all‑time trough of 120.29 kilowatt‑hours in 1999, reaching an all‑time peak of 312.93 kilowatt‑hours in 2022 before a modest decline to the current level. Over the 34‑year coverage period, the increase reflects expanding access to electricity and modest industrial growth, yet the figure remains below peers such as Madagascar (318.63) and Senegal (304.21). The modest dip from the 2022 peak suggests sensitivity to fluctuations in fuel imports and regional power shortages. Continued investment in renewable generation and grid expansion could sustain the recent gains, while any reversal in global energy prices or domestic fiscal constraints might temper future progress.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 310 | - | - |
| 2025 | 310 | −3 | #141 |
| 2022 | 313 | +10 | #8 |
| 2021 | 303 | +39 | #8 |
| 2020 | 264 | −38 | #5 |
| 2019 | 302 | +2 | #8 |
| 2018 | 300 | +15 | #10 |
| 2017 | 285 | +14 | #8 |
| 2016 | 272 | −8 | #6 |
| 2015 | 279 | +14 | #8 |
| 2014 | 265 | +7 | #6 |
| 2013 | 258 | +9 | #5 |
| 2012 | 249 | +13 | #6 |
| 2011 | 236 | +8 | #4 |
| 2010 | 228 | +56 | #4 |
| 2009 | 171 | +3 | #2 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Burkina Faso matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2008. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw energy use per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Burkina Faso's energy use per capita was 310 in 2025. Ranked 141st globally. This represents a 1.0% decrease from the previous year.
Burkina Faso's energy use per capita peaked at 313 in 2022.
The lowest energy use per capita in Burkina Faso was 120 in 1999.
Burkina Faso ranks 141st 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.
Burkina Faso's energy use per capita is projected to reach 310 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of Burkina Faso in 2025 was 310. This ranks 141st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_burkina-faso_energy-per-capita,
title = {Burkina Faso Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/burkina-faso/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}