Net energy imports - Country rankings
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Net energy imports as percent of total energy use, 2023:
The average for 2023 based on 3 countries was -5.15 percent. The highest value was in Morocco: 93.64 percent and the lowest value was in Algeria: -129.34 percent. The indicator is available from 1990 to 2023. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.Measure: percent; Source: The World Bank
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| Countries | Net energy imports, 2023 | Global rank | Available data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morocco | 93.64 | 1 | 1990 - 2023 |
| Egypt | 20.26 | 2 | 1990 - 2023 |
| Algeria | -129.34 | 3 | 1990 - 2023 |
Definition: Net energy imports are estimated as gross imports less gross exports, both measured in tons of oil equivalents (toe). A negative value indicates that the country is a net exporter. Energy use refers to use of primary energy before transformation to other end-use fuels, which is equal to indigenous production plus imports and stock changes, minus exports and fuels supplied to ships and aircraft engaged in international transport.
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