The United States leads in global CO2 emissions without land use changes, contributing significantly to the total, although experiencing a slight decrease of 0.6% in 2023. Other major contributors like Russia and Japan show diverse trends, with Russia seeing a minimal increase, and Japan experiencing a notable decline of 1.9%. European countries like Germany, the UK, and Italy are on a downward trend, with reductions of over 2%. Notably, Denmark and Estonia presented significant reductions in emissions, highlighting considerable progress in carbon reduction measures.
Future trends to watch include how the advancement in renewable energy technologies and stricter emission regulations globally could impact emission reductions. The focus will likely remain on balancing economic growth with sustainable practices, potentially accelerating the decline in CO2 emissions across various regions.
Top countries in Carbon Dioxide Emissions Without Land Use, Land-Use Change and Forestry Share by Country (Billion Grams of CO2 Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 52.42 | 2023 | +1.62% | -0.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Russia | 17.39 | 2023 | +0.55% | +0.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 10.42 | 2023 | -1.17% | -1.9% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 6.55 | 2023 | -1.48% | -2.88% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 3.37 | 2023 | -1.96% | -2.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 3.27 | 2023 | -0.024% | -1.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 0.93 | 2023 | -1.31% | -1.6% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 0.73 | 2023 | -3% | -1.98% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 0.66 | 2023 | +0.21% | -0.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belarus | 0.64 | 2023 | +2.04% | +0.42% | View data |
