In 2023, the United States led in methane combustion from transportation and storage with 1.6384 million metric tons CO2 equivalent, followed by Russia at 0.15782 and Japan at 0.0446. Year-on-year, the United States saw a slight decrease of 0.62%, while Russia and Japan experienced reductions of 3.5% and 4.42% respectively. Kazakhstan and Ukraine, with lesser volumes, decreased by 1.46% and 3.47%. The five-year trend shows a decline in methane combustion for these countries, indicating a concerted effort towards reduced emissions.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in reducing methane emissions, increased regulatory pressures globally, and shifts in transportation infrastructure favoring cleaner energy solutions. These factors could further drive down methane emissions in the coming years.
Top countries in Methane Combustion from Transportation and Storage by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Metric Tons of CO2 Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 1,638,400 | 2023 | -0.52% | -0.62% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Russia | 157,820 | 2023 | -2.91% | -3.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 44,600 | 2023 | -4.45% | -4.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Kazakhstan | 38,870 | 2023 | -0.52% | -1.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ukraine | 20,960 | 2023 | -2.96% | -3.47% | View data |
