Cuba Energy Insights
Cuba's energy sector is a dynamic and evolving landscape, reflecting the country's commitment to managing its resources efficiently. In 2023, Cuba achieved a remarkable milestone with 100% electrification, ensuring that all residents have access to electricity. The electricity consumption stood at 11.951 billion kWh, supported by an installed generating capacity of 7.264 million kW. Despite these advancements, the country faces challenges such as transmission and distribution losses, which amounted to 3.352 billion kWh.
Petroleum plays a significant role in Cuba's energy matrix, with a total production of 34,000 barrels per day, while consumption reached 118,000 barrels per day. Additionally, the nation holds crude oil reserves estimated at 124 million barrels as of 2021. Natural gas usage is precisely aligned with production, both at 850.133 million cubic meters in 2023, highlighting efficient resource management. As Cuba continues to adapt and innovate in its energy strategies, these statistics underscore its ongoing efforts towards sustainable energy use.
Coal
exports
25 metric tons (2023 est.)
imports
8,000 metric tons (2023 est.)
consumption
1,000 metric tons (2023 est.)
Petroleum
total petroleum production
34,000 bbl/day (2023 est.)
crude oil estimated reserves
124 million barrels (2021 est.)
refined petroleum consumption
118,000 bbl/day (2023 est.)
Electricity
consumption
11.951 billion kWh (2023 est.)
installed generating capacity
7.264 million kW (2023 est.)
transmission/distribution losses
3.352 billion kWh (2023 est.)
Natural gas
production
850.133 million cubic meters (2023 est.)
consumption
850.133 million cubic meters (2023 est.)
proven reserves
70.792 billion cubic meters (2021 est.)
Electricity access
electrification - total population
100% (2022 est.)
Energy consumption per capita
Total energy consumption per capita 2023
26.07 million Btu/person (2023 est.)
Electricity generation sources
wind
0.4% of total installed capacity (2023 est.)
solar
1.4% of total installed capacity (2023 est.)
fossil fuels
95.2% of total installed capacity (2023 est.)
hydroelectricity
0.8% of total installed capacity (2023 est.)
biomass and waste
2.2% of total installed capacity (2023 est.)