Live GB Fuel Mix

Near real-time generation by fuel type (BMRS/Elexon FUELINST).

Last updated (UK time): 06 Aug 2026 20:35

Total generation
22,886 MW
Renewables
25.6%
Low carbon
42.9%
Est. carbon intensity
234.0 gCO₂/kWh

What you’re seeing

The dashboard chart shows the latest available generation snapshot by fuel type. The trend chart below shows how each fuel source has changed over the last 24 hours. The KPI cards at the top summarise total generation, renewables share, low-carbon share, and an estimated weighted carbon intensity.

Data source: BMRS / Elexon Insights (FUELINST). Estimated carbon intensity uses published fuel-type factors.