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Quick summary
Electricity Maps is an iOS app that visualizes where the electricity you use comes from and how much CO2 is emitted during its production. It delivers live, easy-to-read information so users can better understand the environmental footprint of their power consumption.
Main capabilities
- Displays the real-time mix of electricity generation feeding your local grid and the carbon intensity associated with it.
- Offers a live visualization interface on iPhone so users can see changes as they happen.
- Lets users track how their consumption choices relate to greenhouse gas emissions to support lower-carbon decisions.
- Is published by Electricity Maps ApS and can be accessed under a free license.
Why this matters
Seeing the sources and CO2 impact of electricity in real time helps people and organizations choose times and methods to use less carbon-intensive power. That awareness encourages more climate-friendly habits and can guide actions that reduce overall emissions.
Getting started
Download the app on your iPhone, allow it to determine your location or select a region, and view the live energy mix and CO2 indicators. With the free access tier, anyone can begin monitoring and learning about the carbon footprint of their electricity use.
Technical
- iPhone
- Free