This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from UK statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from UK statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other UK-specific metadata information.
Indicator available |
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Indicator description |
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Geographical coverage |
United Kingdom |
Unit of measurement |
Percentage (%) |
Definitions |
Access to electricity is the percentage of population with access to electricity. Electrification data are collected from industry, national surveys and international sources. |
Available disaggregations |
Urban/rural |
Calculations |
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Other information |
The Sustainable Energy for All (SE4ALL) Global Tracking Framework Report (2013) provides more details on the suggested methodology for tracking access to energy. Data follows the UN specification for this indicator. This indicator has been identified in collaboration with topic experts. |
Data last updated | 19 May 2022 |
Metadata last updated | 19 May 2022 |