Live UK Energy Mix

Real-time National Grid data — generation mix, carbon intensity, and solar output, updated every 30 seconds.

As of 15:45, the UK National Grid is generating 6% of its electricity from renewables (wind, solar and hydro) and 20% from low-carbon sources overall, with 66% from fossil fuels. Carbon intensity is 265 gCO₂/kWh — Very High.