The analysis of global carbon dioxide emissions reveals significant variations among countries. As of 2023, China leads with emissions at 10.1 billion metric tons, followed by the United States at 4.92. Notable trends include positive growth in emissions for Indonesia (3.53%), Iran (2.45%), and Vietnam (8.91%), while significant reductions have been observed in Ukraine (-5.32%) and Venezuela (-27.79%). Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) shows diversified shifts, underlining both increases and downturns among different nations.
Future trends to watch for include the impacts of rapid industrialization in emerging economies, the implementation of stricter environmental regulations in developed countries, and the global shift toward renewable energy sources. Close attention should be given to China's policies and technological advancements, as well as the overall effectiveness of the Paris Agreement targets impacting global emission trends.
Top countries in Carbon Dioxide Emissions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Metric Tons of Carbon Dioxide | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 10,100 | 2023 | +0.6% | +0.93% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 4,920 | 2023 | +1.76% | -0.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 India | 1,950 | 2023 | -4.94% | -4.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Russia | 1,380 | 2023 | -1.15% | -2.47% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Japan | 943.88 | 2023 | -3.08% | -4.01% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Iran | 696.62 | 2023 | +2.26% | +2.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Indonesia | 679.46 | 2023 | +5.65% | +3.53% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 676.62 | 2023 | +1.67% | -1.63% | View data |
| 9 | 9 South Korea | 603.69 | 2023 | +1.44% | -1.36% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Canada | 579.42 | 2023 | +2.36% | +0.21% | View data |