In 2023, India leads global nitrous oxide emissions from field burning of agricultural residues, followed by Brazil and Mexico. Emissions trends over the last two years show Romania with a notable increase of 4.96%, while Norway follows with 3.32%. Conversely, Hungary and Canada experienced significant reductions of 11.05% and 7.22%, respectively. On a five-year horizon, the compound annual growth rates (CAGR) indicate moderate fluctuations, with certain countries like Chile and Greece undergoing declining trends.
Future trends to watch include potential emissions reduction through technological advancements in agricultural practices, shifting to alternatives like sustainable residue management practices, and policy implementations targeting improved environmental outcomes. Global efforts toward climate action could further drive these trends.
Top countries in Nitrous Oxide Emissions from Field Burning of Agricultural Residues by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons of CO2 Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 India | 937.4 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Brazil | 503.54 | 2023 | +1.17% | +2.07% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Mexico | 223.45 | 2023 | +0.69% | +0.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 111.22 | 2023 | -2.26% | +4.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Philippines | 99.87 | 2023 | -0.027% | -0.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Australia | 99.04 | 2023 | +0.003% | +0.25% | View data |
| 7 | 7 South Africa | 46.61 | 2023 | -1.76% | -1.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Chile | 11.83 | 2023 | +1.21% | -2.41% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 10.7 | 2023 | +0.71% | +0.082% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Canada | 8.04 | 2023 | -5.84% | -7.22% | View data |
