Moldova Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Moldova's energy use per capita was 1,280 in 2025, ranked 81st globally. This represents a 1.3% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Moldova's energy use per capita stood at 1,280 in 2025, a decline of +16 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 1,280 by 2025. Moldova ranked 81st globally.
Moldova’s energy use per capita has fallen sharply from an all‑time peak of 3,322.29 kilowatt‑hours in 1990 to a trough of 985.93 kilowatt‑hours in 2000, before modestly recovering to 1,280.37 kilowatt‑hours in 2025, placing the country 81st globally. The decline reflects the post‑Soviet economic contraction and the subsequent restructuring of industry, while the recent rise corresponds with gradual improvements in electricity access and modest growth in residential consumption. Compared with peers, Moldova’s 2025 figure is slightly below Hong Kong SAR, China’s 1,284.51 kilowatt‑hours and marginally above Ukraine’s 1,236.01 kilowatt‑hours, indicating a convergence with regional averages despite a historically lower base. The 35‑year coverage shows a long‑term downward trajectory that has begun to flatten, suggesting that further reductions in energy intensity will depend on accelerated efficiency investments and diversification of the energy mix.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 1,236 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 1,280 | - | - |
| 2025 | 1,280 | −16 | #81 |
| 2023 | 1,297 | −126 | #13 |
| 2022 | 1,423 | −189 | #70 |
| 2021 | 1,612 | +150 | #76 |
| 2020 | 1,461 | −39 | #76 |
| 2019 | 1,500 | +4 | #75 |
| 2018 | 1,496 | +98 | #77 |
| 2017 | 1,398 | +41 | #71 |
| 2016 | 1,356 | +48 | #71 |
| 2015 | 1,308 | +31 | #69 |
| 2014 | 1,277 | +92 | #70 |
| 2013 | 1,185 | −132 | #67 |
| 2012 | 1,317 | −6 | #70 |
| 2011 | 1,322 | +20 | #69 |
| 2010 | 1,303 | +191 | #70 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Moldova matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. 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
Moldova's energy use per capita was 1,280 in 2025. Ranked 81st globally. This represents a 1.3% decrease from the previous year.
Moldova's energy use per capita peaked at 3,322 in 1990.
The lowest energy use per capita in Moldova was 986 in 2000.
Moldova ranks 81st 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.
Moldova's energy use per capita is projected to reach 1,280 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of Moldova in 2025 was 1,280. This ranks 81st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_moldova_energy-per-capita,
title = {Moldova Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/moldova/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}