In 2023, Brazil stood as the top emitter of methane from enteric fermentation with 372.6 million metric tons of CO2 equivalent. The data from 2024 forecasts indicates a varied trend with Brazil having a slight increase of 1.05%, while other major emitters like the United States and China show reductions of 0.44% and 0.29% respectively. Notable decreases include France with -1.23%, and Germany with -1.31%, whereas Kazakhstan and South Korea witnessed significant increases at 4.99% and 2.97% respectively.
Future trends to watch include policies and technological advancements aimed at reducing methane emissions. Continued investments in sustainable agriculture and livestock management practices have the potential to significantly curtail global emissions from enteric fermentation in the long term. Additionally, shifts in dietary preferences towards reduced meat consumption could contribute to a downward trend in emissions.
Top countries in Methane Emissions from Enteric Fermentation by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons of CO2 Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Brazil | 372,600 | 2023 | +1.04% | +1.05% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 192,510 | 2023 | -0.62% | -0.44% | View data |
| 3 | 3 China | 186,540 | 2023 | -0.15% | -0.29% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Mexico | 84,290 | 2023 | +0.65% | +0.72% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Russia | 40,860 | 2023 | -0.18% | -0.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 36,190 | 2023 | -0.35% | -1.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 New Zealand | 27,910 | 2023 | +0.083% | -0.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 25,710 | 2023 | -1.11% | -1.31% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kazakhstan | 25,110 | 2023 | +4.47% | +4.99% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Canada | 24,570 | 2023 | +0.25% | +0.081% | View data |
