Carbon factors

     future carbon factor 


BEIS predicted that the Grid Carbon Factor will be as low as 41 grams CO2e/kWhr by 2035, less than a quarter of what it is today.


This reflects increased electricity generation from renewables and the switch away from burning coal in power stations.


See the current grid carbon factor.


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