In 2023, Russia and the United States were leading contributors to global nitrous oxide emissions, with Russia experiencing a slight decrease of 2.15%, while the United States saw an increase of 8.12%. Significant year-on-year shifts included Chile’s dramatic rise of 38.05% and a notable decline in Kazakhstan at -8.25%. Over a five-year period, these variations highlight changing industrial and environmental policies influencing emissions worldwide.
Future trends to watch include advancements in emission reduction technologies, policy shifts in major emitting countries, and international agreements targeting climate change mitigation, which could significantly alter the landscape of global nitrous oxide emissions.
Top countries in Total Nitrous Oxide Emissions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons of CO2 Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Russia | 17,670 | 2023 | +4.47% | -2.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 10,380 | 2023 | +1.65% | +8.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 1,790 | 2023 | +1.23% | +0.36% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 1,280 | 2023 | -0.61% | -0.63% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 437.62 | 2023 | +1.14% | +0.87% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Chile | 332.59 | 2023 | +2.65% | +38.05% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 299.38 | 2023 | +0.011% | +4.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Estonia | 272.78 | 2023 | +0.11% | +0.21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 New Zealand | 238.1 | 2023 | -2% | -0.79% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ukraine | 218.2 | 2023 | +0.013% | +5.16% | View data |
