In 2023, South Korea topped the list with sulphur hexafluoride emissions at 6.65 million metric tons of CO2 equivalent, despite a 1.52% decrease. Amplifying trends include Mexico with a 9.67% rise, Ukraine at 12.09%, and Slovakia with an 11.35% increase. Germany observed marginal growth, while Japan declined by 8.53%. Significant negative shifts occurred in Belgium and Norway, with declines of 17.13% and 35.57%, respectively. Overall, fluctuations range widely across countries, reflecting different environmental regulatory frameworks and industrial dependencies on sulphur hexafluoride.
Looking forward, expect shifts in regulatory measures and technological advancements to play pivotal roles. As emissions regulations tighten globally, countries might deploy innovative solutions for reducing sulphur hexafluoride dependency, potentially influencing emission trajectories significantly over the next decade. Keeping an eye on policy changes and adoption of alternative technologies will be crucial for anticipating the future landscape of these emissions.
Top countries in Sulphur Hexafluoride Emissions Total Gross Abstraction by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons of CO2 Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 6,650 | 2023 | +6.23% | -1.52% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 4,280 | 2023 | +7.78% | +1.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 1,320 | 2023 | -21.31% | -8.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 515.48 | 2023 | -1.59% | -2.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 451.34 | 2023 | +9.95% | -0.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Mexico | 442.05 | 2023 | +4.38% | +9.67% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 280.96 | 2023 | -14.76% | -6.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Australia | 142.98 | 2023 | +5.41% | -0.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 123.85 | 2023 | -0.0081% | +2.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 101.51 | 2023 | +0.32% | +0.39% | View data |
