Iceland Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Iceland's energy use per capita was 15,089 in 2025, ranked 2nd globally. This represents a 3.8% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Iceland's energy use per capita stood at 15,089 in 2025, a decline of +597 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 15,089 by 2025. Iceland ranked 2nd globally.
Iceland's energy use per capita has experienced significant fluctuations over the past three and a half decades, with the country's record high of 18,212.73 in 2013 being nearly double its all-time low of 7,916.88 in 1992. In the intervening period, Iceland's energy use per capita grew steadily, reaching a peak in 2013, before experiencing a decline, which has continued through to 2025, with a value of 15,088.62. This decline from the peak is largely in line with the global trend, with Iceland ranking second globally in 2025. A notable comparison can be made with Qatar, which ranked first globally in 2025 with a value of 17,324.73. The Icelandic energy use per capita has been influenced by the country's hydroelectric and geothermal power generation, which has reduced its reliance on imported fossil fuels. However, a shift towards renewable energy sources and increased energy efficiency could continue to drive a decline in energy use per capita in Iceland.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 14,858 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 15,089 | - | - |
| 2025 | 15,089 | −597 | #2 |
| 2023 | 15,686 | −121 | #71 |
| 2022 | 15,807 | +27 | #147 |
| 2021 | 15,780 | −304 | #147 |
| 2020 | 16,084 | −617 | #148 |
| 2019 | 16,701 | −646 | #148 |
| 2018 | 17,347 | +1,112 | #148 |
| 2017 | 16,235 | +534 | #147 |
| 2016 | 15,701 | −1,209 | #148 |
| 2015 | 16,911 | −1,036 | #148 |
| 2014 | 17,947 | −266 | #149 |
| 2013 | 18,213 | +579 | #148 |
| 2012 | 17,634 | −528 | #148 |
| 2011 | 18,162 | +1,137 | #148 |
| 2010 | 17,025 | −912 | #148 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Iceland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2016. 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
Iceland's energy use per capita was 15,089 in 2025. Ranked 2nd globally. This represents a 3.8% decrease from the previous year.
Iceland's energy use per capita peaked at 18,213 in 2013.
The lowest energy use per capita in Iceland was 7,917 in 1992.
Iceland ranks 2nd 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.
Iceland's energy use per capita is projected to reach 15,089 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of Iceland in 2025 was 15,089. This ranks 2nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_iceland_energy-per-capita,
title = {Iceland Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/iceland/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}