UK production output index: electricity, gas, steam and air
UK production output index: electricity, gas, steam and air stood at 94.2 in Jul 2026, according to Office for National Statistics (ONS). It is one of the indicators in the Monthly GDP and output table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 1990 to Jul 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Monthly GDP and output table
| Indicator | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | 10-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Production output index by industry | |||||||||||
| 35 — Electricity gas steam and air conditioning supply | 94.2 | 95.7 | 96 | 95 | 95.6 | 99.8 | 98.2 | 97.5 | 97 | 95.7 | |
| 36 — Water collection treatment and supply | 111.2 | 105.8 | 107.7 | 105.7 | 108.6 | 112 | 111.8 | 108.6 | 110.6 | 108.6 |
Understanding UK production output index: electricity, gas, steam and air
Electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning supply measures the real gross value added originating from utility providers across the United Kingdom engaged in generating, transmitting, and distributing electric power, piped gas, steam, and chilled air. Distinct from manufacturing physical goods or extracting raw fossil fuels, this series captures utility network supply volumes. Measurement utilises metered energy distribution data, physical generation volumes, and utility turnover figures.
Weather conditions heavily dictate short-term output, as unseasonably cold winters or hot summers drive massive spikes in residential and commercial energy demand. Seasonal adjustment models attempt to normalise these temperature effects, but extreme weather anomalies frequently cause residual volatility. Users must review weather-adjusted energy indicators alongside unadjusted figures to evaluate true underlying structural demand.
Frequently asked questions
- Are renewable energy generators like wind farms included in this supply index?
- Yes, generating electricity from wind, solar, hydro, and nuclear sources contributes directly to this utility output measure.
- How does gas distribution differ from gas extraction?
- Extraction involves subterranean mining of natural gas, whereas this index covers the transmission and distribution of gas through utility pipe networks.
- Why can mild winter weather depress utility output figures?
- Warmer ambient temperatures reduce heating requirements across homes and businesses, sharply lowering demand for electricity and gas distribution.