Electricity Use Per Capita in Major Global Economies

Electricity Demand Per Capita in Major Global Economies

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As countries develop, their electricity demands tend to rise sharply, especially in industrial and urban areas.

This visualization highlights how electricity consumption per person compares across the world’s major economies. It also shows how these patterns have evolved in recent decades, with some surprising shifts.

The data for this visualization comes from Ember’s Electricity Data Explorer. It shows 2024 per capita electricity consumption across major global economies, compared to 2000 figures.

Canada and the U.S. Are at the Top

Canada ranks first in electricity use per person, with consumption at 15,708 kWh in 2024. This high level is due to energy-intensive industries like mining and aluminum production, as well as heating needs during its long winters.

The United States follows at 12,741 kWh per person, reflecting the country’s sprawling infrastructure, high air-conditioning use, and heavy industry.

China’s Rapid Growth in Demand

China’s per capita electricity use reached 7,097 kWh in 2024, compared to 1,061 kWh in 2000. This rise has been fueled by industrialization, urbanization, and rising living standards.

Notably, China now consumes more electricity per person than the UK, France, and even Germany.

Europe and Developing Countries Lag Behind

Most European countries fall in the mid-range, with Germany at 5,984 kWh and the UK at just 4,590 kWh per capita.

Developing countries like India (1,397 kWh) and Mexico (2,736 kWh) remain far below the global average of 3,788 kWh per person. As these countries develop, their electricity consumption is expected to rise steadily.

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