Captive uses of electricity in the EU

  • Electrical appliances (both large and small) and lighting are the so-called captive uses of electricity. They exclude thermal uses.
  • Electrical appliances represent the largest share of captive uses of electricity. This share has been increasing over the years, from 82% in 2000 to 85% in 2010 and 88% in 2022.
  • The specific consumption per dwelling for lighting is decreasing thanks to the phase out of incandescent light bulbs and the generalization of LEDs. It now currently accounts for 12% of captive electricity, compared to 18% in 2000 (15% in 2010).

Consumption per dwelling for appliances and lighting (EU)