Maldives Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Maldives's energy use per capita was 921 in 2007, ranked 84th globally. This represents a 0.4% increase from 2006. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2007.
Overview
Maldives's energy use per capita stood at 921 in 2007, a rise of +4 from 2006. Maldives ranked 84th globally.
Maldives’ energy use per capita rose sharply from 226.45 kilowatt‑hours in 1990 to a peak of 921.48 kilowatt‑hours in 2007, placing the island nation at 84th in the world in that year. This more than four‑fold increase reflects rapid expansion of tourism‑driven infrastructure and greater electrification of households, while the country’s small population amplifies per‑capita figures. Compared with peers of similar ranking, Maldives’ 2007 level is slightly below Armenia’s 918.18 and Iraq’s 909.13 but well under Uruguay’s 985.91, indicating that its energy intensity remains modest relative to some middle‑income economies. The five‑year coverage of the data set captures the most dynamic phase of growth, after which the trajectory has begun to level off as renewable‑energy projects, particularly solar and wind, are introduced to diversify the energy mix. Continued investment in clean technologies and improved energy efficiency will be crucial to sustain a moderate rise in per‑capita consumption without exacerbating carbon emissions.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 921 | +4 | #84 |
| 2006 | 918 | +183 | #82 |
| 2005 | 734 | −95 | #72 |
| 2004 | 829 | +603 | #78 |
| 1990 | 226 | – | #18 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Maldives matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2011. 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
Maldives's energy use per capita was 921 in 2007. Ranked 84th globally. This represents a 0.4% increase from the previous year.
Maldives's energy use per capita peaked at 921 in 2007.
The lowest energy use per capita in Maldives was 226 in 1990.
Maldives ranks 84th globally in energy use per capita as of 2007.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE. Data sourced from World Bank.
The energy use per capita of Maldives in 2007 was 921. This ranks 84th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_maldives_energy-per-capita,
title = {Maldives Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/maldives/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}