Electricity Production 1999
Electricity production data reveals output levels for countries worldwide. Compare rankings, explore trends, and visualize data on interactive maps.
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Complete Data Rankings
Analysis: These countries represent the highest values in this dataset, showcasing significant scale and impact on global statistics.
- #213
Wallis and Futuna Islands
- #212
Holy See
- #211
United States Virgin Islands
- #210
Tokelau
- #209
Senegal
- #208
Suriname
- #207
Tanzania
- #206
Yemen
- #205
Tuvalu
- #204
United States
Context: These countries or territories have the lowest values, often due to geographic size, administrative status, or specific characteristics.
Analysis & Context
In 1999, Botswana led the world in Electricity Production with an output of 990 units, while the global range spanned from a minimum of 1.03 to a maximum of 990 units. The average global output was 135.65, providing a benchmark for understanding global disparities in electricity production.
Global Disparities in Electricity Production
The data from 1999 reveals significant disparities in electricity production across the globe. Botswana, the leader in production, was joined at the top by countries like Guadeloupe with 960 units and Japan with 948.559 units. This concentration of high production levels in certain countries can be attributed to both economic and infrastructural factors. For instance, Japan's advanced industrial sector significantly boosts its electricity demands and production capabilities. In contrast, countries like Senegal and Nepal occupied the lower end of the spectrum, with outputs of 1.027 and 1.032 units, respectively. These lower figures often reflect limited industrial activity and infrastructural challenges that restrict production capabilities.
Economic and Policy Drivers
Economic development and governmental policies are crucial drivers of electricity production levels. In countries like Russia and Japan, robust industrial sectors necessitate substantial electricity production to support manufacturing and technological development. Russia's production of 834 units is indicative of its large-scale energy sector, heavily reliant on its vast natural resources. Conversely, countries such as Malawi and Uganda also report high production figures of 800 and 787 units, respectively, reflecting regional energy policies aimed at bolstering development through increased infrastructure investment.
Year-Over-Year Changes and Their Implications
Analyzing the year-over-year changes in electricity production provides insight into significant shifts. Guadeloupe and Laos experienced the largest increases, with Guadeloupe's production surging by 959.00 units, marking a remarkable 95900.0% increase. Such dramatic changes are often driven by new policy implementations or infrastructural investments aimed at boosting local economies. On the other hand, Bermuda saw a complete cessation of its previously recorded production, with a decrease of -527526248.00 units, reflecting either a data anomaly or profound changes in its energy sector.
Geopolitical and Infrastructural Influences
Geopolitical stability and infrastructural development also play pivotal roles in electricity production. Countries with stable governments and consistent energy policies, such as Guam and Martinique, which produced 800 and 855 units respectively, tend to have more reliable electricity production levels. This stability supports long-term investments in energy infrastructure, leading to sustained production capabilities. In contrast, Ethiopia and Mauritius, with outputs of 1.32 and 1.125 units, often face production challenges linked to political instability or limited access to energy resources.
Overall, the data from 1999 highlights the complex interplay of economic development, policy decisions, and geopolitical factors in shaping electricity production across the globe. Understanding these dynamics is essential for policymakers and businesses aiming to address global energy disparities and foster sustainable development.
Data Source
CIA World Factbook
The World Factbook, also known as the CIA World Factbook, was a reference resource produced by the US Central Intelligence Agency between 1962 and 2026 with almanac-style information about the countries of the world. From 1971 it was not classified, and available to the public in print since 1975, initially by the CIA, and later the Government Publishing Office.
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