- 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.
Thailand Primary Energy Consumption per Capita was 69.70 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023, up 0% on 2022. The Primary Energy Consumption per Capita in Thailand Between 2015 and 2023, highlighting per person energy use, consumption trends, and efficiency patterns reflects a moderately stable energy consumption profile driven by industrial activity, transport demand, tourism flows, and gradual urban expansion across the economy.
Thailand Primary Energy Consumption per Capita moved from 70.50 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015 to 69.70 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023 (−1.1%), an average of −0.1% a year. The series high was 74.80 Gigajoule per Capita in 2018 and the low 69.30 Gigajoule per Capita in 2020.
The gap between the series high (2018) and low (2020) is 5.50 Gigajoule per Capita. The sharpest single-year move was −7.2% in 2020.
Among the 37 countries in this dataset, Thailand ranks 29 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 Thailand 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 | 69.70 | 0% |
| 2022 | 69.70 | 0% |
| 2021 | 69.70 | +0.6% |
| 2020 Trough | 69.30 | −7.2% |
| 2019 | 74.70 | −0.1% |
| 2018Peak | 74.80 | +2.9% |
| 2017 | 72.70 | +1.4% |
| 2016 | 71.70 | +1.7% |
| 2015 | 70.50 | — |
Regional context
Primary Energy Consumption per Capita by country, 2023, Gigajoule per Capita. Thailand 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.
Over the period, consumption moved from 70.5 GJ per capita in 2015 to 69.7 GJ in 2023, indicating overall stability with limited long term growth and mild cyclical variation. Between 2015 and 2019, energy consumption showed a gradual upward movement from 70.5 to 74.8 GJ per capita, before slightly easing to 74.7 GJ in 2019. This growth was supported by strong tourism inflows, manufacturing expansion, rising vehicle ownership, and increasing electricity demand from urban households and commercial establishments. Industrial development and export oriented manufacturing also contributed to steady energy demand across key economic zones. In 2020, consumption declined sharply to 69.3 GJ per capita due to pandemic related disruptions, particularly affecting tourism, aviation, and service sectors, which are significant drivers of Thailand’s energy demand. However, the decline was relatively contained compared to some economies, as residential energy use and essential services remained stable. In 2021, consumption recovered slightly to 69.7 GJ per capita, reflecting partial reopening of economic activity, although demand remained below pre pandemic peaks. From 2022 to 2023, consumption stabilized at 69.7 GJ per capita indicating a plateau in per capita energy demand. This reflects a balancing of post pandemic recovery with efficiency improvements and structural shifts toward service oriented economic activity. Overall, Thailand demonstrates a mature and stable energy consumption pattern with limited long term volatility, influenced by tourism cycles, industrial modernization, and energy efficiency improvements across sectors. Future outlook indicates stable demand with gradual efficiency gains ahead.
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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.
Thailand Primary Energy Consumption per Capita was 69.70 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023, up 0% on 2022.
Thailand Primary Energy Consumption per Capita moved from 70.50 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015 to 69.70 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023 (−1.1%), an average of −0.1% a year. The series high was 74.80 Gigajoule per Capita in 2018 and the low 69.30 Gigajoule per Capita in 2020.
The highest value was 74.80 Gigajoule per Capita in 2018 and the lowest was 69.30 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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