Eritrea Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Eritrea's energy use per capita was 293 in 2025, ranked 143rd globally. This represents a 1.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1992–2025.
Overview
Eritrea's energy use per capita stood at 293 in 2025, a rise of +4 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 293 by 2025. Eritrea ranked 143rd globally.
Eritrea’s energy use per capita has fallen sharply over the past three decades, declining from an early‑period high of 496.47 kilowatt‑hours in 1994 to a trough of 239.26 kilowatt‑hours in 2008 before rising modestly to 293.45 kilowatt‑hours in 2025, placing the country 143rd in the world. The 32‑year coverage shows a long‑term downward trajectory, with the 1994 peak occurring during a period of limited electrification and the 2008 low coinciding with severe droughts that curtailed hydro‑electric generation. By comparison, peer nations such as Senegal (304.21 kilowatt‑hours) and Burkina Faso (309.88 kilowatt‑hours) record higher per‑capita consumption, reflecting more diversified energy mixes and greater grid access. The recent uptick suggests that modest investments in renewable capacity and regional interconnections could sustain incremental growth, but without substantial policy reforms and infrastructure financing, Eritrea’s per‑capita energy use is likely to remain below regional averages.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 293 | - | - |
| 2025 | 293 | +4 | #143 |
| 2022 | 290 | +3 | #5 |
| 2021 | 287 | +2 | #5 |
| 2020 | 285 | −0 | #8 |
| 2019 | 285 | +2 | #6 |
| 2018 | 283 | +5 | #7 |
| 2017 | 278 | +1 | #7 |
| 2016 | 277 | +6 | #7 |
| 2015 | 272 | +6 | #6 |
| 2014 | 266 | +5 | #7 |
| 2013 | 261 | −1 | #6 |
| 2012 | 262 | +3 | #7 |
| 2011 | 259 | +10 | #6 |
| 2010 | 249 | +4 | #5 |
| 2009 | 245 | +5 | #5 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Eritrea matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2019. 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
Eritrea's energy use per capita was 293 in 2025. Ranked 143rd globally. This represents a 1.3% increase from the previous year.
Eritrea's energy use per capita peaked at 496 in 1994.
The lowest energy use per capita in Eritrea was 239 in 2008.
Eritrea ranks 143rd 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.
Eritrea's energy use per capita is projected to reach 293 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of Eritrea in 2025 was 293. This ranks 143rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_eritrea_energy-per-capita,
title = {Eritrea Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/eritrea/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}