In 2023, Mexico leads in methane emissions with a value share of 25.24 thousand metric tons of CO2 equivalent, followed by Canada and Colombia. Notably, emissions showed mixed trends with Mexico experiencing a slight increase of 0.72%, while Canada decreased by 3.97%. Similarly, the UK and Germany showed declines. In contrast, Colombia and Malta saw growth of 1.1% and 2.85%, respectively. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over five years indicates a general downward trend in several European nations, with modest growth in others.
Future trends to monitor include potential shifts in policy and technological advancements aimed at reducing methane emissions, especially in leading countries like Mexico and Canada. Watch for increased adoption of sustainable practices and investments in carbon capture technology, which could significantly impact emission levels globally.
Top countries in Methane Emissions Total Gross Abstraction Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons of CO2 Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Mexico | 25.24 | 2023 | +0.64% | +0.72% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Canada | 11.89 | 2023 | -3.23% | -3.97% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Colombia | 10.9 | 2023 | +1.37% | +1.1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Kazakhstan | 8.96 | 2023 | +3.08% | +2.84% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6.94 | 2023 | -2.16% | -2.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 5.95 | 2023 | -3.58% | -3.65% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 5.77 | 2023 | -0.17% | -0.35% | View data |
| 8 | 8 South Korea | 3.78 | 2023 | -0.21% | -0.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 3.51 | 2023 | -1.46% | -1.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 2.55 | 2023 | -1.38% | -1.26% | View data |
