United Kingdom: 50.2% low-carbon power
Low-carbon power ranking: 67
50.2% of the electricity in United Kingdom is generated from low-carbon energy sources. This is based on data compiled by {{ source }} for the year {{ YEARS.getYear() }}. The primary low-carbon power source is Wind. Average emissions from electricity in United Kingdom is 246 to 322.2 gCO2eq / kWh. Where do our emissions numbers come from?
Significant changes of low-carbon power in United Kingdom
| Years | Change | Main cause |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 → 2013 | 19.3 → 33.6% | Decrease of Total |
Low-carbon power in United Kingdom compared to selected regions
Electrification of energy in United Kingdom
Power sources in United Kingdom
Data for 2021 includes the first 9 months.
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