Uganda Renewable Energy
Renewable energy consumption as % of total EG.FEC.RNEW.ZS
Uganda's renewable energy was 91.55% in 2025, ranked 3rd globally. This represents a 0.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Uganda's renewable energy stood at 91.55% in 2025, a rise of +0.65% from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 91.55% by 2025. Uganda ranked 3rd globally.
Uganda’s renewable‑energy share of total electricity generation stood at 91.55 % in 2025, ranking third worldwide, yet this figure reflects a gradual decline from the early 1990s when the share was 96.60 % and peaked at 97.30 % in 1994. The downward trajectory accelerated after the all‑time trough of 90.50 % recorded in 2019, suggesting that the country’s earlier dominance in renewable sourcing is eroding despite still outperforming many regional peers such as the Central African Republic (90.38 %) and Guinea‑Bissau (88.36 %). The modest rebound to 91.55 % indicates that recent policy measures or investment flows have begun to offset the post‑trough slide, but the long‑term trend remains negative relative to the 1990s high. Continued expansion of grid‑connected solar and small‑scale hydro, coupled with stronger financing mechanisms, will be crucial to reverse the decline and sustain Uganda’s position among the world’s most renewable‑dependent electricity systems.
Data & projection
| Year | Renewable Energy | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 91.55% | - | - |
| 2025 | 91.55% | +0.65% | #3 |
| 2022 | 90.90% | −0.10% | #4 |
| 2021 | 91.00% | −0.60% | #5 |
| 2020 | 91.60% | +1.10% | #4 |
| 2019 | 90.50% | +0.00% | #4 |
| 2018 | 90.50% | −0.80% | #5 |
| 2017 | 91.30% | −0.10% | #5 |
| 2016 | 91.40% | −0.30% | #5 |
| 2015 | 91.70% | −0.70% | #5 |
| 2014 | 92.40% | −0.70% | #4 |
| 2013 | 93.10% | −0.30% | #4 |
| 2012 | 93.40% | +0.10% | #3 |
| 2011 | 93.30% | −0.30% | #4 |
| 2010 | 93.60% | −0.70% | #4 |
| 2009 | 94.30% | +0.20% | #3 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Uganda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2011. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw renewable energy improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Uganda's renewable energy was 91.55% in 2025. Ranked 3rd globally. This represents a 0.7% increase from the previous year.
Uganda's renewable energy peaked at 97.30% in 1994.
The lowest renewable energy in Uganda was 90.50% in 2018.
Uganda ranks 3rd globally in renewable energy as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.FEC.RNEW.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Uganda's renewable energy is projected to reach 91.55% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The renewable energy of Uganda in 2025 was 91.55%. This ranks 3rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_uganda_renewable-energy,
title = {Uganda Renewable Energy},
url = {https://historysaid.com/uganda/renewable-energy/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}