Carbon intensity update for 26th Oct 25

UK Carbon Intensity Update: October 26, 2025

At Jaxi, we’re committed to helping our users make smarter, greener energy choices. Today’s carbon intensity report shows encouraging signs towards a more sustainable UK energy grid. Understanding carbon intensity helps you plan when to run energy-heavy appliances like dishwashers, washing machines, and electric vehicle chargers—especially at times when electricity comes from cleaner sources.

For October 26th, 2025, the UK’s carbon intensity remained consistently low across the day, indicating a strong contribution from renewable energy sources such as wind and solar. Here’s a breakdown of today’s carbon metrics:

• Midnight Forecast: 53g CO₂/kWh   |   Actual: 56g CO₂/kWh
• Peak Intensity (1:00 AM – 2:00 AM): 66g CO₂/kWh
• Lowest Intensity (9:30 PM): 34g CO₂/kWh
• End of Day Forecast: 50-51g CO₂/kWh   |   Actual: 35g CO₂/kWh

This consistent low carbon intensity throughout the day suggests that a significant portion of the UK’s electricity today was generated using renewables, reducing the need to rely on fossil fuels like coal or gas during peak demand times. That’s good news for both your carbon footprint and the planet.

Why does carbon intensity matter? When energy demand exceeds the supply from clean sources, backup generators—often powered by coal or gas—must step in. This results in higher emissions. By using electricity during periods of low carbon intensity, you help reduce the environmental impact of everyday energy use.

Jaxi provides real-time carbon intensity updates so that households and businesses can schedule high-energy tasks based on when the grid is greenest. Small behaviour changes, like running the washing machine or charging your EV during low-carbon hours, collectively support a cleaner, more sustainable energy system.

We’ll continue to bring these insightful daily updates so you can stay informed and empowered. Together, let’s take steps towards a greener, more energy-efficient future.