In 2023, the nitrous oxide emissions in the UK, excluding land use, land-use change, and forestry, were recorded at 16.97 trillion grams of CO2 equivalent. Forecasted figures suggest a declining trend, with emissions decreasing year-on-year by approximately 2.67% in 2024, 2.66% in 2025, 2.62% in 2026, 2.75% in 2027, and 2.70% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five years indicates an average annual decrease of roughly 2.68%.
Future trends to watch include:
- Technological advancements in emission reduction methods.
- Implementation of stricter environmental regulations and policies.
- Potential impact of economic and industrial activities on emission levels.
