North Africa
How gas flaring changed in four North African oil producers
Libya flared an estimated 9.712 billion cubic metres of gas in 2025, up from 8.435 billion in 2024. Algeria flared 8.943 billion cubic metres in 2025 but had the higher rate per barrel of crude oil produced.
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Libya’s higher volume came with lower intensity
Libya went from 8.435 billion cubic metres flared in 2024 to 9.712 billion in 2025. Intensity fell from 19.866 to 19.521 cubic metres per barrel as recorded oil production increased. The total and per-barrel measures moved in opposite directions. Source 1
Algeria’s intensity rose along with volume
Algeria’s flare volume moved from 8.509 to 8.943 billion cubic metres. Its rate moved from 20.822 to 21.436 cubic metres per barrel. Its reported 2025 intensity was higher than Libya’s, despite the lower total volume. Source 1
Egypt and Tunisia had smaller national totals
Egypt went from 1.057 to 1.029 billion cubic metres between 2024 and 2025 while its intensity increased from 5.394 to 5.530. Tunisia’s 2025 flare volume was 0.075 billion cubic metres, with intensity at 8.155. Source 1
Satellites estimate flaring from detected heat
The World Bank and its partners use satellite readings and a calibrated model to estimate gas flared at upstream facilities. These are modeled volumes, distinct from operator measurements or national methane inventories. The June 2026 edition recalibrated previous years, so its historical readings can differ from earlier publications. Source 1 Source 2