Energy in Cambodia

Energy in Cambodia covers the energy sources used in the country including renewables, fossil fuels, biomass, and hydro-power.

Cambodia had, in 2024, 5044 MW of electricity capacity installed. According to the IEA, Cambodia is the second least electrified country in the region. The main sources of generation are coal and hydro, with 59% of total generation coming from coal. The coal is imported, with 67% of total energy (including oil and gas) being imported as of 2023, an over 800% growth since 2000.

Energy security in Cambodia is vulnerable to transport shocks like the war in Ukraine and the 2026 war in Iran. As of 2025, the high ratio of coal in the economy was a driver of high fossil fuel emissions incompatable with the long term Nationally determined contribution commitments.

Energy consumption in Cambodia has been increasing about 20% a year. Domestic production of energy is mostly concentrated in burning biofuels, with limited ability to expand hydro production. In order to meet the demand growth and reduce emissions, the country has set a goal for 70% production from renewables, with solar expanding rapidly in recent years. This planning is governed by the Clean Cambodia Strategy and Power Development Plan, which is overseen by the Ministry of Mines and Energy.

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