Zambia Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Zambia's energy use per capita was 848 in 2025, ranked 99th globally. This represents a 5.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Zambia's energy use per capita stood at 848 in 2025, a rise of +47 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 848 by 2025. Zambia ranked 99th globally.
Zambia's energy use per capita has experienced a steady upward trend over the past three decades, with the country's consumption reaching 847.90 kilogram oil equivalent per capita in 2025, ranking 99th globally. This represents a significant increase from the all-time low of 595.57 kilogram oil equivalent per capita in 2000, a stark contrast to the relatively stable consumption levels in the 1990s. When compared to its peer countries, Zambia's energy use per capita lags behind Albania, which boasts an all-time high of 886.13 kilogram oil equivalent per capita. Colombia, on the other hand, exhibits a comparable consumption level of 852.03 kilogram oil equivalent per capita. Despite the increase in energy use, Zambia still faces significant energy challenges, particularly in terms of access to electricity. A sustained investment in the energy sector, coupled with efforts to increase energy efficiency, could potentially alter the trajectory of Zambia's energy use per capita trend and propel the country towards a higher ranking in the global energy consumption index.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 848 | - | - |
| 2025 | 848 | +47 | #99 |
| 2022 | 801 | +31 | #46 |
| 2021 | 770 | +11 | #46 |
| 2020 | 759 | +17 | #47 |
| 2019 | 742 | +15 | #42 |
| 2018 | 726 | +24 | #42 |
| 2017 | 703 | +19 | #41 |
| 2016 | 684 | −3 | #41 |
| 2015 | 687 | +4 | #44 |
| 2014 | 683 | +11 | #42 |
| 2013 | 672 | +9 | #42 |
| 2012 | 662 | +16 | #40 |
| 2011 | 646 | +17 | #40 |
| 2010 | 629 | +9 | #41 |
| 2009 | 620 | +3 | #42 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Zambia 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
Zambia's energy use per capita was 848 in 2025. Ranked 99th globally. This represents a 5.9% increase from the previous year.
Zambia's energy use per capita peaked at 848 in 2025.
The lowest energy use per capita in Zambia was 596 in 2000.
Zambia ranks 99th 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.
Zambia's energy use per capita is projected to reach 848 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of Zambia in 2025 was 848. This ranks 99th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_zambia_energy-per-capita,
title = {Zambia Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/zambia/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}