- 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.
Russia Primary Energy Consumption per Capita was 216.6 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023, up 0.9% on 2022. The Primary Energy Consumption per Capita dataset of Russia from 2015 to 2023 provides a comprehensive overview of the country's per person energy consumption, highlighting individual energy use, consumption patterns, and long-term changes in the overall energy system.
Russia Primary Energy Consumption per Capita moved from 197.3 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015 to 216.6 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023 (+9.8%), an average of +1.2% a year. The series high was 216.6 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023 and the low 197.3 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2015) is 19.30 Gigajoule per Capita. The sharpest single-year move was +3.8% in 2022.
Among the 37 countries in this dataset, Russia ranks 9 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 Russia is above 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023Peak | 216.6 | +0.9% |
| 2022 | 214.7 | +3.8% |
| 2021 | 206.8 | +3.6% |
| 2020 | 199.7 | −3.4% |
| 2019 | 206.7 | −0.8% |
| 2018 | 208.4 | +3.5% |
| 2017 | 201.4 | +0.4% |
| 2016 | 200.6 | +1.7% |
| 2015 Trough | 197.3 | — |
Regional context
Primary Energy Consumption per Capita by country, 2023, Gigajoule per Capita. Russia 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.
Measured in gigajoules (GJ) per capita, the dataset represents the average amount of primary energy consumed per person each year and serves as an important indicator of living standards, energy utilization, economic activity, and energy efficiency.
Russia recorded primary energy consumption per capita of 197.3 GJ in 2015, increasing to 200.6 GJ in 2016 and 201.4 GJ in 2017. Consumption continued to rise to 208.4 GJ in 2018 before easing slightly to 206.7 GJ in 2019. In 2020, per capita energy consumption declined to 199.7 GJ because of weaker economic activity and lower energy demand. Consumption recovered to 206.8 GJ in 2021, increased further to 214.7 GJ in 2022, and reached 216.6 GJ in 2023, representing the highest value during the observed period.
Overall, the dataset demonstrates a gradual long-term increase in Russia's primary energy consumption per capita despite temporary fluctuations. The recovery after 2020 reflects renewed economic activity, strong industrial production, and sustained demand for energy across major sectors of the economy.
The dataset is valuable for evaluating Russia's per capita energy consumption patterns, analyzing long-term demand changes, and comparing international energy use trends. It supports research related to energy planning, sustainability assessment, energy efficiency, and policy evaluation. Furthermore, the data provides important insights for researchers, analysts, and policymakers studying resource utilization, economic development, and future energy system transformation in Russia.
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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.
Russia Primary Energy Consumption per Capita was 216.6 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023, up 0.9% on 2022.
Russia Primary Energy Consumption per Capita moved from 197.3 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015 to 216.6 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023 (+9.8%), an average of +1.2% a year. The series high was 216.6 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023 and the low 197.3 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015.
The highest value was 216.6 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023 and the lowest was 197.3 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015.
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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