West Bank and Gaza Renewable Energy
Renewable energy consumption as % of total EG.FEC.RNEW.ZS
West Bank and Gaza's renewable energy was 17.93% in 2025, ranked 35th globally. This represents a 16.4% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
West Bank and Gaza's renewable energy stood at 17.93% in 2025, a rise of +2.53% from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 17.93% by 2025. West Bank and Gaza ranked 35th globally.
The West Bank and Gaza's renewable energy share stood at 17.93% in 2025, ranking 35th globally. Notably, this percentage has fallen significantly since its peak in 2004, when it reached 23.10%, and has not yet recovered to that level. In contrast, Vanuatu's renewable energy share surpassed 19.18% in 2025, indicating a relatively more stable trajectory for this Pacific island nation. The West Bank and Gaza's renewable energy share hit an all-time low of 10.50% in 2017, a stark contrast to its peak in the early 2000s. With a coverage of 34 years, the data set reveals a persistent decline in the region's reliance on renewable energy sources. As the global transition to cleaner energy sources accelerates, a shift towards renewable energy in the West Bank and Gaza could be influenced by investments in solar and wind energy infrastructure, potentially altering the trajectory of this indicator in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Renewable Energy | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 17.93% | - | - |
| 2025 | 17.93% | +2.53% | #35 |
| 2022 | 15.40% | +0.00% | #35 |
| 2021 | 15.40% | +0.40% | #118 |
| 2020 | 15.00% | +1.10% | #122 |
| 2019 | 13.90% | +1.20% | #123 |
| 2018 | 12.70% | +2.20% | #124 |
| 2017 | 10.50% | −1.80% | #133 |
| 2016 | 12.30% | +1.30% | #129 |
| 2015 | 11.00% | +0.20% | #134 |
| 2014 | 10.80% | −0.90% | #135 |
| 2013 | 11.70% | −0.50% | #128 |
| 2012 | 12.20% | −3.20% | #127 |
| 2011 | 15.40% | +1.30% | #109 |
| 2010 | 14.10% | −2.40% | #115 |
| 2009 | 16.50% | −3.60% | #110 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
West Bank and Gaza matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2008. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw renewable energy improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
West Bank and Gaza's renewable energy was 17.93% in 2025. Ranked 35th globally. This represents a 16.4% increase from the previous year.
West Bank and Gaza's renewable energy peaked at 23.10% in 2004.
The lowest renewable energy in West Bank and Gaza was 10.50% in 2017.
West Bank and Gaza ranks 35th globally in renewable energy as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.FEC.RNEW.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
West Bank and Gaza's renewable energy is projected to reach 17.93% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The renewable energy of West Bank and Gaza in 2025 was 17.93%. This ranks 35th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_west-bank-and-gaza_renewable-energy,
title = {West Bank and Gaza Renewable Energy},
url = {https://historysaid.com/west-bank-and-gaza/renewable-energy/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}