Electricity in Egypt in 2025
As of 2025, Egypt's electricity consumption is predominantly reliant on fossil fuels, with these sources accounting for more than four-fifths of the country's energy mix. Most of this fossil energy comes from gas, making up about 79% of the total electricity consumption. On the other hand, low-carbon energy, which is increasingly important for sustainable development, constitutes approximately 14% of the country's electricity supply. Within this category, hydropower provides around 7%, wind energy contributes just over 4%, and solar energy accounts for nearly 3%. The relatively small share of clean energy highlights the potential for Egypt to expand its low-carbon electricity generation to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, mitigate climate change, and improve air quality.
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Is Electricity Growing in Egypt?
The data shows that electricity consumption is on the rise in Egypt. In 2025, the average electricity consumption per person reached 2077 kWh, surpassing the previous record set in 2024, which was 2036 kWh per person. This increase of 41 kWh per person is a positive sign of growth in electricity access and usage. There's also a notable increase in low-carbon electricity generation, with the per capita supply rising to 287 kWh, a growth of 42 kWh per person compared to the previous year's record. These numbers indicate a promising trend toward expanding electricity generation, including a shift towards more sustainable and clean energy sources, which is crucial to meet the ever-growing demand for electricity driven by urbanization and technological advancements.
Suggestions
To enhance its low-carbon electricity generation, Egypt could take inspiration from regions proficient in solar and wind energy deployment. North Macedonia's successful integration of solar energy, comprising almost half of their electricity mix, and Lebanon's 31% solar share demonstrate the potential of solar power in regions with abundant sunlight, much like Egypt. Further, countries such as Denmark and the states of Iowa and South Dakota have effectively harnessed wind energy to supply around 60% of their electricity. This provides a blueprint for optimizing wind resources in Egypt. Additionally, investing in nuclear power could provide a substantial base-load, clean energy source, as seen in France and Slovakia, with both countries generating two-thirds of their electricity from nuclear. Emulating these global leaders in clean electricity generation could significantly enhance Egypt’s low-carbon capacity and sustainability.
History
In reflecting on Egypt's historical journey with low-carbon electricity, the country has made notable progress, despite some fluctuations. The late 20th century saw varying fortunes in hydropower, with notable increases in the 1990s when production grew by roughly 2-2.4 TWh. However, there were also years of decline, indicating challenges in maintaining hydropower output. Since the late 2010s, Egypt has shown a positive trajectory in expanding wind and solar capacity, with significant increments recorded in 2019 and 2020. The recent years leading up to 2025 have seen commendable advancements, especially with 3.2 TWh added from wind power and 1.5 TWh from solar energy in the latest year. This promising development underscores Egypt's potential to harness these clean sources more effectively, marking a progressive shift towards sustainable electricity solutions.
