Great Britain’s Monthly Energy Stats

Wind provided the largest share of Great Britain’s electricity in August at 22.7%, narrowly ahead of gas at 22.1%. 

Most of Great Britain’s gas supply came from UK and Norwegian gas fields, which accounted for 92%. Gas was used across the energy system, including in power stations to generate electricity and in distribution networks supplying homes and businesses. The largest share, 43%, was exported to Europe and Ireland. 

Overall, 69% of electricity came from zero-carbon sources, reaching a peak of 94%. The greenest time of the month was 1pm on 25 August, when carbon intensity fell to 39gCO₂/kWh. 

View the report below for a full breakdown of August’s energy stats.