The United States leads Hydrofluorocarbons (HFC) emissions globally, followed by Japan and Italy. In 2023, the U.S. showed an increase of 2.55%, while Japan increased by 3.92%. Italy, France, and South Korea faced declines of -3.31%, -8.63%, and -8% respectively. Israel marked a notable rise of 6.82%, and Ukraine had an 8.59% increase. Conversely, significant decreases were seen in Spain (-12.14%) and Denmark (-12.4%). Over the last five years, observed trends highlight varying emission control effectiveness across countries, affecting their long-term HFCs management strategies.
Future trends to watch include countries implementing stricter regulations to curb emissions, driven by technological advancements and global climate agreements. Anticipated innovations in refrigerant alternatives and increased emphasis on renewable energy sources may significantly alter the emissions landscape, particularly in highly industrialized nations.
Top countries in Hydrofluorocarbons Emissions Total Gross Abstraction Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons of CO2 Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 56.53 | 2023 | +1.84% | +2.55% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 19.62 | 2023 | +3.14% | +3.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 4.92 | 2023 | -3.53% | -3.31% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 3.18 | 2023 | -13.27% | -8.63% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 2.11 | 2023 | -6.7% | -8% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Israel | 2.06 | 2023 | +5.96% | +6.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 1.57 | 2023 | -3.87% | -3.91% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 1.56 | 2023 | -1.62% | -4.01% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 1.27 | 2023 | -0.27% | -0.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 0.79 | 2023 | -27.21% | -12.14% | View data |
