Northern Ireland production index: electricity and gas
Northern Ireland production index: electricity and gas stood at 103 in Q2 2026, according to Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA). It is one of the indicators in the Output indices, Northern Ireland and Wales table (Value · Quarterly), with a complete series running from Q1 2005 to Q2 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Output indices, Northern Ireland and Wales table
| Indicator | Q2-2026 | Q1-2026 | Q4-2025 | Q3-2025 | Q2-2025 | Q1-2025 | Q4-2024 | Q3-2024 | Q2-2024 | Q1-2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Index of Production (2023 = 100) | |||||||||||
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 103 | 100.7 | 96.6 | 96.5 | 96.4 | 95.1 | 98.8 | 95.2 | 96.6 | 100.1 | |
| Mining and quarrying | 102.9 | 97.9 | 85.7 | 100.9 | 102.1 | 92.9 | 86.9 | 86.7 | 80 | 83.5 |
Understanding northern Ireland production index: electricity and gas
Utility generation and distribution in Northern Ireland measures the combined real output volume of electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning supply networks. This series captures the physical flow and provision of power commodities to commercial, industrial, and residential users across Northern Ireland, separating utility operations from broader manufacturing and mining activities. It excludes the physical extraction of primary fossil fuels prior to processing, focusing strictly on utility network delivery and supply infrastructure.
When evaluating these figures, analysts must account for intense weather-driven seasonality, where heating and cooling demand creates sharp fluctuations between quarters. Early data releases frequently face revisions as network operators reconcile metered delivery volumes with final billing records. Users should examine annualised comparisons to smooth out climate anomalies, avoiding direct comparisons with manufacturing indices that respond to entirely different economic drivers.
Frequently asked questions
- Does this series include the extraction of natural gas?
- No, the extraction of raw fuels falls under mining and quarrying, whereas this series covers utility supply and distribution networks.
- Why do quarterly figures often show sharp volatility?
- Weather patterns heavily influence heating and cooling demands, creating natural seasonal spikes that affect utility output volumes.
- Are renewable energy sources included in the supply index?
- Yes, electricity generated from wind, solar, and other renewable sources delivered through the grid is captured within the aggregate output.