- Primary Energy Consumption per Capita refers to the total amount of primary energy consumed within a country divided by its total population in a given year.
Egypt Primary Energy Consumption per Capita was 34.90 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023, down 2.8% on 2022. The Primary Energy Consumption per Capita in Egypt Between 2015 and 2023, highlighting per person energy use, consumption trends, and efficiency patterns reflects a low to moderate energy consumption profile driven by population growth industrial expansion and infrastructure development. Consumption increased from 36.0 GJ per capita in 2015 to 37.9 in 2017 supported by rising electricity demand and urbanization.
Egypt Primary Energy Consumption per Capita moved from 36.00 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015 to 34.90 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023 (−3.1%), an average of −0.4% a year. The series high was 37.90 Gigajoule per Capita in 2017 and the low 33.10 Gigajoule per Capita in 2020.
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2020) is 4.80 Gigajoule per Capita. The sharpest single-year move was −7.5% in 2020.
Among the 37 countries in this dataset, Egypt ranks 35 for 2023, behind Singapore (577 Gigajoule per Capita) and UAE (539.4 Gigajoule per Capita). The global figure for 2023 is 77.00 Gigajoule per Capita, so Egypt is below it.
Full series
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Gigajoule per Capita.
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| Year | Gigajoule per Capita | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 34.90 | −2.8% |
| 2022 | 35.90 | +2.9% |
| 2021 | 34.90 | +5.4% |
| 2020 Trough | 33.10 | −7.5% |
| 2019 | 35.80 | −3.8% |
| 2018 | 37.20 | −1.8% |
| 2017Peak | 37.90 | +1.9% |
| 2016 | 37.20 | +3.3% |
| 2015 | 36.00 | — |
Regional context
Primary Energy Consumption per Capita by country, 2023, Gigajoule per Capita. Egypt is highlighted.
Data definition
Primary Energy Consumption per Capita — - Primary Energy Consumption per Capita refers to the total amount of primary energy consumed within a country divided by its total population in a given year. It is expressed as energy per person, typically measured in tonnes of oil equivalent (toe) per capita or gigajoules (GJ) per capita, depending on the dataset. This indicator reflects the average energy use of an individual in a country and provides insight into national energy intensity, living standards, industrialization levels, and economic structure. It is widely used to compare energy consumption patterns across countries and to assess trends in energy demand relative to population size.
The data includes total primary energy consumption from all major sources such as coal, oil, natural gas, nuclear energy, hydroelectric power, and renewable energy sources including wind, solar, biomass, and geothermal. It considers the full national energy supply before conversion losses and divides it by the mid-year population to derive per capita values. The indicator covers energy used across all sectors, including residential, industrial, commercial, transportation, and power generation activities. It reflects both direct energy use and energy used for electricity generation and other transformation processes, ensuring a comprehensive representation of national energy demand per person.
The data excludes energy consumption after transformation into final energy forms such as electricity and refined petroleum products when considered separately from primary inputs. It does not isolate sector-specific per capita consumption (e.g., industrial or household-only energy use). The indicator does not account for energy efficiency, affordability, or access disparities among population groups. It also does not measure emissions, environmental impacts, or energy service quality such as reliability and continuity of supply. Differences in statistical methodologies, conversion factors, and population estimation methods across countries may result in minor variations in comparability.
Primary Energy Consumption per Capita — - Primary Energy Consumption per Capita refers to the total amount of primary energy consumed within a country divided by its total population in a given year. It is expressed as energy per person, typically measured in tonnes of oil equivalent (toe) per capita or gigajoules (GJ) per capita, depending on the dataset. This indicator reflects the average energy use of an individual in a country and provides insight into national energy intensity, living standards, industrialization levels, and economic structure. It is widely used to compare energy consumption patterns across countries and to assess trends in energy demand relative to population size.
In 2018 and 2019 consumption slightly declined to 37.2 and 35.8 GJ per capita reflecting efficiency improvements and economic adjustments. In 2020 consumption dropped to 33.1 GJ per capita due to pandemic disruptions affecting transport tourism and industrial activity. In 2021 consumption recovered slightly to 34.9 while 2022 reached 35.9 indicating gradual stabilization of demand. In 2023 consumption stood at 34.9 GJ per capita showing stable but subdued energy demand conditions. Overall Egypt demonstrates relatively stable energy consumption levels with minor fluctuations across the period. Energy demand is driven primarily by residential consumption transport fuel use and expanding industrial sectors. The dataset highlights gradual improvements in efficiency and ongoing efforts to expand energy access nationwide. Future growth is expected to remain moderate supported by population increase and economic diversification initiatives. Continued investment in renewable energy and infrastructure development will shape long term consumption trends. Egypt's energy profile remains below global averages due to large population base and developing economic structure. However increasing urbanization and industrial activity are expected to gradually raise per capita consumption levels over time. The outlook emphasizes balancing energy demand growth with sustainability and efficiency improvements across sectors supported by policy reforms and international energy cooperation. This supports long term energy security and sustainable development objectives across the national economy particularly in urban growth corridors and industrial zones.
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Definition- Primary Energy Consumption per Capita refers to the total amount of primary energy consumed within a country divided by its total population in a given year. It is expressed as energy per person, typically measured in tonnes of oil equivalent (toe) per capita or gigajoules (GJ) per capita, depending on the dataset. This indicator reflects the average energy use of an individual in a country and provides insight into national energy intensity, living standards, industrialization levels, and economic structure. It is widely used to compare energy consumption patterns across countries and to assess trends in energy demand relative to population size.
Egypt Primary Energy Consumption per Capita was 34.90 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023, down 2.8% on 2022.
Egypt Primary Energy Consumption per Capita moved from 36.00 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015 to 34.90 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023 (−3.1%), an average of −0.4% a year. The series high was 37.90 Gigajoule per Capita in 2017 and the low 33.10 Gigajoule per Capita in 2020.
The highest value was 37.90 Gigajoule per Capita in 2017 and the lowest was 33.10 Gigajoule per Capita in 2020.
Included: The data includes total primary energy consumption from all major sources such as coal, oil, natural gas, nuclear energy, hydroelectric power, and renewable energy sources including wind, solar, biomass, and geothermal. It considers the full national energy supply before conversion losses and divides it by the mid-year population to derive per capita values. The indicator covers energy used across all sectors, including residential, industrial, commercial, transportation, and power generation activities. It reflects both direct energy use and energy used for electricity generation and other transformation processes, ensuring a comprehensive representation of national energy demand per person. Excluded: The data excludes energy consumption after transformation into final energy forms such as electricity and refined petroleum products when considered separately from primary inputs. It does not isolate sector-specific per capita consumption (e.g., industrial or household-only energy use). The indicator does not account for energy efficiency, affordability, or access disparities among population groups. It also does not measure emissions, environmental impacts, or energy service quality such as reliability and continuity of supply. Differences in statistical methodologies, conversion factors, and population estimation methods across countries may result in minor variations in comparability.
The series is sourced from energyinst.org (https://www.energyinst.org/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/1542714/684_EI_Stat_Review_V16_DIGITAL.pdf). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Gigajoule per Capita.
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