What it is
Our World in Data's Energy section provides free, open-source datasets and interactive visualizations covering energy production, consumption, mix, and emissions for every country. Data is sourced from BP Statistical Review, IEA, IRENA, and other authoritative databases. All charts are embeddable and data is downloadable under Creative Commons license.
Why we picked this
This is the single best free data resource for understanding the energy transition. Whether you are writing a blog post, building a presentation, or settling an argument, OWID provides clean, cited, interactive data that is impossible to find elsewhere without a subscription. Hannah Ritchie's team makes complex data genuinely accessible.
Key takeaways
- All data is Creative Commons licensed, meaning anyone can use, share, and build on it without restriction.
- The platform covers electricity mix, per capita emissions, energy access, fossil fuel subsidies, and renewable deployment for every country with historical time series.
- Interactive charts can be embedded directly into websites, making it invaluable for content creators, educators, and researchers working on energy topics.