The United Kingdom Generates Less Electricity per Person Than in the 1970s

Globally, electricity generation per person has grown by more than 50% this century.
188 points by karakoram 9 hours ago ourworldindata.org 266 comments

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The UK is lagging behind global trends, generating less electricity per person now than it did in the 1970s, highlighting a significant shift in energy output compared to other nations. This decline raises questions about the country’s energy policies and future sustainability.

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