In 2023, Russia held the largest share of greenhouse gas emissions among the listed countries, followed by Japan, South Korea, and Canada. While Russia's emissions slightly increased by 0.4%, Japan, South Korea, and Canada all experienced reductions. Notably, the United Kingdom and Kazakhstan saw significant declines of 3.84% and 3.16%, respectively. Countries like France and the Czech Republic also managed to reduce emissions notably. Smaller emission contributors such as Estonia saw an 8% decrease, indicating a robust effort to curb emissions.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in renewable energy technologies and stricter regulatory frameworks aimed at reducing emissions. Countries investing in green technology and sustainability may see more significant reductions in their greenhouse gases. Furthermore, international collaboration on climate change initiatives will likely influence emission trends, shaping how nations prioritize and implement environmental policies.
Top countries in Total Greenhouse Gas Emissions by Gas (Without Land Use, Land-Use Change and Forestry) Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons of CO2 Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Russia | 29.78 | 2023 | +0.74% | +0.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 15.57 | 2023 | -1.01% | -1.64% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 9.15 | 2023 | +0.8% | -1.54% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Canada | 8.92 | 2023 | -1.13% | -1.98% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Australia | 7.1 | 2023 | -0.64% | -1.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 5.43 | 2023 | -1.41% | -1.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 5.4 | 2023 | -2.02% | -2.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 5.23 | 2023 | -3.86% | -3.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kazakhstan | 4.45 | 2023 | -1.51% | -3.16% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 1.54 | 2023 | -1.65% | -2.55% | View data |
