Ireland Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Ireland's energy use per capita was 2,390 in 2025, ranked 45th globally. This represents a 3.1% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Ireland's energy use per capita stood at 2,390 in 2025, a decline of +78 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 2,390 by 2025. Ireland ranked 45th globally.
Ireland’s energy use per capita has fallen markedly over the past 35 years, declining from a 1990 level of 2,820.54 kilowatt‑hours to a 2025 figure of 2,390.17, the lowest point recorded in the series and placing the country 45th globally. The downward trajectory peaked in 2001 when consumption reached an all‑time high of 3,714.02, after which successive reductions reflect both efficiency gains and the impact of renewable‑energy policies. Ireland’s 2025 level is closely aligned with Denmark’s 2,400.65 and slightly above Switzerland’s 2,338.11, indicating that the nation now operates within the lower‑mid range of its European peers. The sustained decline suggests that continued investment in energy‑saving technologies and further integration of wind and solar power could deepen the reduction, while any reversal in policy emphasis or a surge in industrial activity might blunt the downward trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 2,331 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 2,390 | - | - |
| 2025 | 2,390 | −78 | #45 |
| 2023 | 2,468 | −132 | #42 |
| 2022 | 2,600 | −89 | #106 |
| 2021 | 2,689 | +55 | #105 |
| 2020 | 2,634 | −114 | #104 |
| 2019 | 2,748 | −73 | #104 |
| 2018 | 2,820 | −34 | #107 |
| 2017 | 2,855 | −77 | #110 |
| 2016 | 2,932 | +106 | #112 |
| 2015 | 2,826 | +99 | #110 |
| 2014 | 2,727 | −76 | #107 |
| 2013 | 2,803 | −56 | #109 |
| 2012 | 2,859 | −16 | #108 |
| 2011 | 2,875 | −274 | #108 |
| 2010 | 3,150 | −24 | #110 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Ireland 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
Ireland's energy use per capita was 2,390 in 2025. Ranked 45th globally. This represents a 3.1% decrease from the previous year.
Ireland's energy use per capita peaked at 3,714 in 2001.
The lowest energy use per capita in Ireland was 2,390 in 2025.
Ireland ranks 45th 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.
Ireland's energy use per capita is projected to reach 2,390 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of Ireland in 2025 was 2,390. This ranks 45th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_ireland_energy-per-capita,
title = {Ireland Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/ireland/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}