In 2023, Lithuania led the global share of CO2 emissions from transport at 54.39%, followed by Latvia at 48.27% and New Zealand at 46.99%. Countries such as Austria, Norway, and Armenia demonstrated significant contributions. Asian nations like Japan and India showed relatively lower shares, at 18.12% and 13.09% respectively. The data from 2024 forecasts a continuation of these trends.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in policies favoring lower emissions, technological advancements in electric vehicles, and broader adoption of public transportation solutions. These could significantly impact the transport sector’s contribution to CO2 emissions globally, especially in higher-emitting regions.
Top countries in Share of CO2 Emissions from Transport in Total CO2 Emissions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Lithuania | 54.39 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Latvia | 48.27 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 New Zealand | 46.99 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 37.9 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 37.22 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Armenia | 36.44 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 35.01 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Montenegro, Republic of | 30 | 2023 | |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 29.15 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Macedonia | 28.91 | 2023 | View data |
