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UK Energy Grid Live

Live data from National Grid ESO's Carbon Intensity API showing the UK's current electricity generation mix, carbon intensity, and energy trends to help you make data-driven sustainability decisions.

Live Demand
Real-time GW
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Renewables
Wind, Solar, Hydro
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Carbon Intensity
gCO₂/kWh
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Energy Price
£/MWh

Live Grid Dashboard

Official data from National Grid ESO updated every 30 minutes. Monitor the UK's electricity system and understand how energy timing impacts your carbon footprint.

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Live Power Station Map

Interactive map showing all UK power stations by location, capacity, and fuel type. Click stations for detailed information.

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Regional Carbon Intensity Map

Interactive map showing real-time carbon intensity and renewable generation by UK region. Click regions for detailed information and toggle between light/dark modes.

Why Track UK Grid Data?

Understanding the electricity grid helps you make informed decisions about when to consume energy for the lowest carbon impact.

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Optimal Timing

Time your energy-intensive activities when renewable generation is high and carbon intensity is low, reducing your environmental impact.

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Grid Context

Understand how national energy trends affect your carbon footprint calculations and make data-driven sustainability decisions.

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Smart Planning

Plan ahead by monitoring grid patterns and renewable forecasts to align your operations with cleaner energy periods.

Live Updates

Real-time data updates every 30 seconds, keeping you informed of the latest grid conditions and generation mix changes.

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Carbon Impact

See immediately how different energy sources contribute to overall carbon intensity and make conscious consumption choices.

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Trend Analysis

Monitor daily patterns in renewable generation, demand peaks, and carbon intensity to identify the best times for energy use.

Integrated with Your Analytics

The UK Energy Grid dashboard is seamlessly integrated with your carbon tracking platform, providing context for all your sustainability metrics.

  • Factor grid carbon intensity into your emissions calculations
  • Time energy-intensive processes during low-carbon periods
  • Compare your efficiency against national renewable trends
  • Access historical grid data for comprehensive reporting
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Connected to your dashboard

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Technical Specifications

Built using official National Grid ESO APIs with real-time carbon intensity data and generation mix information.

Data Sources

  • • National Grid ESO Carbon Intensity API
  • • Real-time generation mix data
  • • Official UK carbon intensity figures
  • • Regional grid data by DNO areas

Generation Types

  • • Wind (Offshore & Onshore)
  • • Solar Photovoltaic
  • • Natural Gas
  • • Nuclear
  • • Hydroelectric & Pumped Storage
  • • Biomass & Interconnectors

Metrics Calculated

  • • Carbon intensity (gCO₂/kWh)
  • • Renewable percentage
  • • Supply-demand balance
  • • Energy pricing (£/MWh)
  • • Real-time generation mix
  • • Grid stability indicators

🔄 Updates Every 5 Minutes

Our dashboard connects directly to National Grid ESO's API, refreshing every 5 minutes to check for the latest official carbon intensity and generation data.

~35GW
Typical UK Demand
40-60%
Renewables Range
150-250g
Carbon Intensity
£50-150
Energy Price Range

Ready to Track Your Carbon Impact?

Combine UK grid insights with your own emissions data for the complete sustainability picture.