Electricity Maps for iPhone

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.