As of 2021, the total primary energy consumption in South Africa amounted to roughly 5.4 quadrillion British thermal units. Coal was the source with the highest consumption share, up to 71 percent. Petroleum and other liquids came next, with roughly 20.5 percent, while energy generated by natural gas had a consumption share of 3.7 percent. Moreover, the total primary energy production was measured at some 5.3 quadrillion British thermal units.
Total energy consumption in South Africa as of 2021, by source
(in quadrillion British thermal units)
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EIA. (June 26, 2023). Total energy consumption in South Africa as of 2021, by source (in quadrillion British thermal units) [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved December 22, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1214208/south-africa-total-energy-consumption-by-source/
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