Higher over the period
Israel Primary Energy Consumption moved from 0.990 Exajoules in 2015 to 1.11 Exajoules in 2023 (+12.1%), an average of +1.4% a year. The series high was 1.11 Exajoules in 2022 and the low 0.990 Exajoules in 2015.
What Israel Primary Energy Consumption shows
Israel Primary Energy Consumption was 1.11 Exajoules in 2023, up 0% on 2022. The Primary Energy Consumption dataset of Israel from 2015 to 2023 provides a comprehensive overview of the country’s energy consumption landscape, highlighting total energy demand, consumption patterns, and long-term changes in the overall energy system.
A 10.8% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2015) is 0.120 Exajoules. The sharpest single-year move was +5.7% in 2022.
Ranks 36 of 37 countries covered
Among the 37 countries in this dataset, Israel ranks 36 for 2023, behind China (170.7 Exajoules) and U.S. (94.28 Exajoules). It accounts for 0.2% of the global total in 2023.
Full series
Israel Primary Energy Consumption by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Exajoules.
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| Year | Exajoules | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1.11 | 0% |
| 2022Peak | 1.11 | +5.7% |
| 2021 | 1.05 | +1.9% |
| 2020 | 1.03 | −5.5% |
| 2019 | 1.09 | +3.8% |
| 2018 | 1.05 | +1.9% |
| 2017 | 1.03 | +2% |
| 2016 | 1.01 | +2% |
| 2015 Trough | 0.990 | — |
Regional context
How Israel compares in Middle East
Primary Energy Consumption by country, 2023, Exajoules. Israel is highlighted.
1Saudi Arabia11.60
2UAE5.13
3Israel1.11
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Primary Energy Consumption — - Primary Energy Consumption refers to the total amount of energy consumed by a country before conversion into secondary energy forms such as electricity, heat, or refined fuels. It represents the consumption of energy from primary sources including fossil fuels, nuclear energy, and renewable energy sources within a given year. The metric is generally measured in Exajoules (EJ) and provides an overview of a country’s overall energy demand, economic activity, industrial development, and energy system structure. Primary Energy Consumption is an important indicator for evaluating energy usage patterns, resource dependence, energy security, and long-term energy transition trends across countries.
The data includes consumption of primary energy from major energy sources such as coal, crude oil, natural gas, nuclear energy, hydroelectricity, wind, solar, geothermal, biomass, and other renewable energy sources. It covers energy used across different sectors, including industrial, residential, commercial, transportation, and power generation activities. The dataset accounts for energy input before transformation into secondary energy products, allowing measurement of total energy demand at the national level. It includes domestically consumed energy and follows standardized calculation methodologies based on energy statistics from national sources and international energy databases, enabling comparison of energy consumption trends among countries.
The data excludes secondary energy products after conversion, such as electricity and refined petroleum products, when measured separately from their original primary energy inputs. It does not represent only electricity consumption or final energy consumption by end users. The indicator does not directly measure energy efficiency, energy affordability, carbon emissions, or the quality and reliability of energy services. Energy losses occurring during energy transformation, distribution, and transmission are accounted for according to the methodology used but do not represent actual useful energy consumed by consumers. Minor differences may occur due to variations in national statistical reporting, estimation methods, and energy accounting practices.
About this indicator
Primary Energy Consumption — - Primary Energy Consumption refers to the total amount of energy consumed by a country before conversion into secondary energy forms such as electricity, heat, or refined fuels. It represents the consumption of energy from primary sources including fossil fuels, nuclear energy, and renewable energy sources within a given year. The metric is generally measured in Exajoules (EJ) and provides an overview of a country’s overall energy demand, economic activity, industrial development, and energy system structure. Primary Energy Consumption is an important indicator for evaluating energy usage patterns, resource dependence, energy security, and long-term energy transition trends across countries.
Measured in Petajoules (PJ), the dataset represents the total primary energy consumed across the country and serves as an important indicator of energy utilization, economic activity, and infrastructure development.
Israel recorded primary energy consumption of 990 PJ in 2015, increasing to 1010 PJ in 2016 and reaching 1030 PJ in 2017. Consumption continued to rise to 1050 PJ in 2018 and increased further to 1090 PJ in 2019, reflecting growing energy requirements. In 2020, consumption declined slightly to 1030 PJ due to changes in economic activity and energy demand patterns. Consumption recovered in 2021, reaching 1050 PJ, and increased further to 1110 PJ in 2022. In 2023, Israel maintained primary energy consumption at 1110 PJ, representing the highest level recorded during the observed period.
Overall, the dataset demonstrates a steady upward trend in Israel’s primary energy consumption between 2015 and 2023, despite a temporary decline during 2020. The consistent growth reflects increasing energy demand, economic development, technological advancement, and infrastructure expansion. The recovery after 2020 highlights continued energy requirements across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
The dataset is useful for evaluating Israel’s energy consumption patterns, understanding long-term demand changes, and comparing energy trends with other economies. It supports research related to energy planning, sustainability assessment, infrastructure management, and policy development. Furthermore, the data provides valuable insights for researchers, analysts, and policymakers studying energy efficiency, resource utilization, and the future evolution of Israel’s energy system.
- Indicator
- Primary Energy Consumption
- Country
- Israel
- Region
- Middle East
- Unit
- Exajoules
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Energy & Power
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- energyinst.org
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Frequently asked questions
What is Israel Primary Energy Consumption?
Definition- Primary Energy Consumption refers to the total amount of energy consumed by a country before conversion into secondary energy forms such as electricity, heat, or refined fuels. It represents the consumption of energy from primary sources including fossil fuels, nuclear energy, and renewable energy sources within a given year. The metric is generally measured in Exajoules (EJ) and provides an overview of a country’s overall energy demand, economic activity, industrial development, and energy system structure. Primary Energy Consumption is an important indicator for evaluating energy usage patterns, resource dependence, energy security, and long-term energy transition trends across countries.
What was Israel Primary Energy Consumption in 2023?
Israel Primary Energy Consumption was 1.11 Exajoules in 2023, up 0% on 2022.
How has Israel Primary Energy Consumption changed between 2015 and 2023?
Israel Primary Energy Consumption moved from 0.990 Exajoules in 2015 to 1.11 Exajoules in 2023 (+12.1%), an average of +1.4% a year. The series high was 1.11 Exajoules in 2022 and the low 0.990 Exajoules in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Israel Primary Energy Consumption?
The highest value was 1.11 Exajoules in 2022 and the lowest was 0.990 Exajoules in 2015.
What does the Israel Primary Energy Consumption data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes consumption of primary energy from major energy sources such as coal, crude oil, natural gas, nuclear energy, hydroelectricity, wind, solar, geothermal, biomass, and other renewable energy sources. It covers energy used across different sectors, including industrial, residential, commercial, transportation, and power generation activities. The dataset accounts for energy input before transformation into secondary energy products, allowing measurement of total energy demand at the national level. It includes domestically consumed energy and follows standardized calculation methodologies based on energy statistics from national sources and international energy databases, enabling comparison of energy consumption trends among countries. Excluded: The data excludes secondary energy products after conversion, such as electricity and refined petroleum products, when measured separately from their original primary energy inputs. It does not represent only electricity consumption or final energy consumption by end users. The indicator does not directly measure energy efficiency, energy affordability, carbon emissions, or the quality and reliability of energy services. Energy losses occurring during energy transformation, distribution, and transmission are accounted for according to the methodology used but do not represent actual useful energy consumed by consumers. Minor differences may occur due to variations in national statistical reporting, estimation methods, and energy accounting practices.
Where does the Israel Primary Energy Consumption data come from?
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 Exajoules.
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