Norway Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Norway's energy use per capita was 4,574 in 2025, ranked 19th globally. This represents a 6.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Norway's energy use per capita stood at 4,574 in 2025, a decline of +311 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 4,574 by 2025. Norway ranked 19th globally.
Norway's energy use per capita has exhibited a significant decline since its peak in 2010, when it reached 6,455.32 kilogram oil equivalent per capita. This marked a high point in Norway's energy consumption, which had been steadily increasing since 1990, when it stood at 4,967.00 kilogram oil equivalent per capita. However, since 2010, Norway's energy use per capita has been trending downward, with the latest available data showing a value of 4,573.73 kilogram oil equivalent per capita in 2025. This places Norway at the 19th position globally, below countries like Australia, which had a value of 4,723.48 kilogram oil equivalent per capita in 2025. Norway's energy use per capita is now lower than its trough value in 1990, indicating a reversal in the country's energy consumption trend. If Norway continues to prioritize renewable energy and reduce its dependence on fossil fuels, it may see a continued decline in energy use per capita, potentially solidifying its position as a leader in sustainable energy practices.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 4,457 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 4,574 | - | - |
| 2025 | 4,574 | −311 | #19 |
| 2023 | 4,885 | +233 | #64 |
| 2022 | 4,651 | −647 | #128 |
| 2021 | 5,299 | +153 | #130 |
| 2020 | 5,146 | −75 | #131 |
| 2019 | 5,221 | −319 | #131 |
| 2018 | 5,539 | −134 | #132 |
| 2017 | 5,674 | +305 | #132 |
| 2016 | 5,369 | +438 | #131 |
| 2015 | 4,930 | −595 | #130 |
| 2014 | 5,526 | −522 | #134 |
| 2013 | 6,047 | +242 | #135 |
| 2012 | 5,805 | +304 | #135 |
| 2011 | 5,502 | −953 | #133 |
| 2010 | 6,455 | +255 | #134 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Norway 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
Norway's energy use per capita was 4,574 in 2025. Ranked 19th globally. This represents a 6.4% decrease from the previous year.
Norway's energy use per capita peaked at 6,455 in 2010.
The lowest energy use per capita in Norway was 4,574 in 2025.
Norway ranks 19th 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.
Norway's energy use per capita is projected to reach 4,574 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of Norway in 2025 was 4,574. This ranks 19th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_norway_energy-per-capita,
title = {Norway Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/norway/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}