At Environmental Economics, we're dedicated to providing our clients with the latest tools and information to help reduce carbon emissions. One tool we believe you'll find particularly interesting is the Carbon Intensity API, developed by National Grid ESO in partnership with Environmental Defense Fund Europe, University of Oxford Department of Computer Science, and WWF.

What is the Carbon Intensity API?

The Carbon Intensity API is a cutting-edge tool that provides real-time and forecasted data on the carbon intensity of electricity across different regions in Great Britain. Using state-of-the-art machine learning and sophisticated power system modelling, this API forecasts carbon intensity and generation mix 96+ hours ahead, allowing consumers and smart devices to schedule and minimise CO2 emissions at a local level.

Why is this Important?

Understanding the carbon intensity of electricity can help individuals and businesses make more informed decisions about energy use. Users can significantly reduce their carbon footprint by optimising when and how energy is consumed. The API delivers both forecasted and estimated carbon intensity data, encompassing emissions from all major metered power stations, interconnector imports, and transmission and distribution losses. It also accounts for national electricity demand as well as embedded wind and solar generation.

National and Regional Data Insights

The Carbon Intensity API provides valuable data at both national and regional levels:

National Data: Measures how much CO2 emissions are produced per kilowatt hour of electricity consumed. It helps visualise trends in carbon intensity due to changes in electricity demand and generation.

Regional Data: Forecasts carbon intensity and generation mix across 14 geographical regions in Great Britain. This data is crucial for understanding the spatial and temporal characteristics of carbon intensity and can help optimise energy consumption regionally.

How Can You Use This Tool?

Developers can leverage the Carbon Intensity API to create applications that optimise energy use, enabling smart devices to switch on when energy is green and off when it's not.

Learn More and Get Started

Visit the Carbon Intensity website for a detailed overview of how the API works, including its methodology and integration instructions. Whether you're a developer looking to integrate this API into your applications or a business aiming to reduce your carbon footprint, this tool offers a wealth of information and practical applications.

Explore the Carbon Intensity API

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