Rwanda Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Rwanda's energy use per capita was 383 in 2025, ranked 129th globally. This represents a 2.8% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Rwanda's energy use per capita stood at 383 in 2025, a rise of +10 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 383 by 2025. Rwanda ranked 129th globally.
Rwanda's energy use per capita has exhibited a significant decline since its peak in 1995, when the country's energy consumption reached 1,047.13 kilogram oil equivalent per capita. This marked a period of relative economic growth, particularly in the agriculture and manufacturing sectors. However, the country's energy use has been steadily decreasing over the years, reaching a low of 347.01 kilogram oil equivalent per capita in 2008. Since then, Rwanda has experienced a moderate increase, with the latest available data showing an energy use per capita of 383.29 kilogram oil equivalent in 2025. This ranks Rwanda 129th globally, closely trailing countries like Tajikistan with 393.35 kilogram oil equivalent per capita. The recent upward trend suggests a possible stabilization in Rwanda's energy use, which could be influenced by investments in renewable energy sources and improved energy efficiency measures, potentially altering the trajectory of the country's energy consumption.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 383 | - | - |
| 2025 | 383 | +10 | #129 |
| 2022 | 373 | +7 | #13 |
| 2021 | 366 | +7 | #13 |
| 2020 | 358 | +1 | #12 |
| 2019 | 357 | +2 | #13 |
| 2018 | 356 | +4 | #14 |
| 2017 | 352 | +4 | #14 |
| 2016 | 348 | −2 | #13 |
| 2015 | 350 | −2 | #13 |
| 2014 | 352 | −3 | #14 |
| 2013 | 355 | +1 | #15 |
| 2012 | 354 | +4 | #15 |
| 2011 | 350 | +1 | #14 |
| 2010 | 349 | −1 | #16 |
| 2009 | 350 | +3 | #15 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Rwanda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw energy use per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Rwanda's energy use per capita was 383 in 2025. Ranked 129th globally. This represents a 2.8% increase from the previous year.
Rwanda's energy use per capita peaked at 1,047 in 1995.
The lowest energy use per capita in Rwanda was 347 in 2008.
Rwanda ranks 129th 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.
Rwanda's energy use per capita is projected to reach 383 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of Rwanda in 2025 was 383. This ranks 129th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_rwanda_energy-per-capita,
title = {Rwanda Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/rwanda/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}