Philippines Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Philippines's energy use per capita was 527 in 2025, ranked 119th globally. This represents a 4.3% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Philippines's energy use per capita stood at 527 in 2025, a decline of +24 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 527 by 2025. Philippines ranked 119th globally.
The Philippines' energy use per capita has experienced fluctuations over the past three decades, with a notable peak in 2018 at 554.50 units. This figure is significantly higher than its all-time trough in 1993, when energy use per capita stood at 410.83 units. Since 1990, the country's energy consumption has generally trended upwards, with the exception of a slight decline between 1993 and 1995. As of 2025, the Philippines' energy use per capita stands at 527.12 units, ranking 119 globally. This figure is comparable to that of Kenya, which ranked 115 globally with 544.29 units in 2025. The Philippines' energy use per capita has shown a moderate decline since its peak in 2018, indicating a potential shift in energy consumption patterns. A sustained increase in renewable energy sources and energy efficiency measures could alter the trajectory of the Philippines' energy use per capita in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 527 | - | - |
| 2025 | 527 | −24 | #119 |
| 2022 | 551 | +20 | #33 |
| 2021 | 531 | +13 | #32 |
| 2020 | 518 | −34 | #31 |
| 2019 | 552 | −3 | #32 |
| 2018 | 554 | +10 | #33 |
| 2017 | 544 | +23 | #33 |
| 2016 | 521 | +22 | #31 |
| 2015 | 499 | +33 | #30 |
| 2014 | 466 | +22 | #30 |
| 2013 | 443 | +6 | #26 |
| 2012 | 437 | +9 | #27 |
| 2011 | 428 | −3 | #24 |
| 2010 | 431 | +11 | #28 |
| 2009 | 421 | −18 | #26 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Philippines matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. 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
Philippines's energy use per capita was 527 in 2025. Ranked 119th globally. This represents a 4.3% decrease from the previous year.
Philippines's energy use per capita peaked at 554 in 2018.
The lowest energy use per capita in Philippines was 411 in 1993.
Philippines ranks 119th 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.
Philippines's energy use per capita is projected to reach 527 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of Philippines in 2025 was 527. This ranks 119th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_philippines_energy-per-capita,
title = {Philippines Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/philippines/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}