- 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.
Sweden Primary Energy Consumption per Capita was 202.7 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023, down 4.5% on 2022. The Primary Energy Consumption per Capita dataset of Sweden from 2015 to 2023 provides a clear and consistent view of the country’s per person energy consumption landscape, highlighting individual energy usage patterns, consumption stability, and long-term energy demand trends.
Sweden Primary Energy Consumption per Capita moved from 227.4 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015 to 202.7 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023 (−10.9%), an average of −1.4% a year. The series high was 227.4 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015 and the low 202.7 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023.
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2023) is 24.70 Gigajoule per Capita. The sharpest single-year move was −5% in 2020.
Among the 37 countries in this dataset, Sweden ranks 11 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 Sweden 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Trough | 202.7 | −4.5% |
| 2022 | 212.2 | −2.6% |
| 2021 | 217.9 | +4.6% |
| 2020 | 208.4 | −5% |
| 2019 | 219.4 | +1.7% |
| 2018 | 215.8 | −4.5% |
| 2017 | 226 | +2.5% |
| 2016 | 220.4 | −3.1% |
| 2015Peak | 227.4 | — |
Regional context
Primary Energy Consumption per Capita by country, 2023, Gigajoule per Capita. Sweden 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 per capita (GJ per capita), the dataset reflects the average amount of primary energy consumed per person and serves as an important indicator of energy utilization, economic activity, and resource consumption efficiency.
Sweden recorded primary energy consumption per capita of 227.4 GJ in 2015, declining to 220.4 GJ in 2016 before increasing to 226.0 GJ in 2017. Consumption decreased to 215.8 GJ in 2018 and recovered slightly to 219.4 GJ in 2019. In 2020, per capita energy consumption fell to 208.4 GJ as economic activity and energy demand weakened. The indicator recovered to 217.9 GJ in 2021 before declining again to 212.2 GJ in 2022 and 202.7 GJ in 2023, representing the lowest level during the observed period.
Overall, the dataset demonstrates moderate year-over-year fluctuations while showing a gradual downward trend across the nine-year period. Although temporary recoveries occurred in 2017, 2019, and 2021, overall per capita energy consumption declined compared with the beginning of the period. The trend reflects evolving energy demand, continued improvements in energy efficiency, technological progress, and structural changes within the national economy.
The dataset is valuable for benchmarking Sweden against other countries, evaluating long-term energy demand patterns, and assessing progress in energy efficiency. It supports comparative research, policy evaluation, infrastructure planning, and sustainability assessments. Furthermore, the data provides a reliable foundation for forecasting future consumption trends and understanding the relationship between per capita energy use, economic development, industrial activity, technological advancement, environmental objectives, and long-term national energy transition planning.
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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.
Sweden Primary Energy Consumption per Capita was 202.7 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023, down 4.5% on 2022.
Sweden Primary Energy Consumption per Capita moved from 227.4 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015 to 202.7 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023 (−10.9%), an average of −1.4% a year. The series high was 227.4 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015 and the low 202.7 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023.
The highest value was 227.4 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015 and the lowest was 202.7 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023.
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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