In 2023, Poland led the European information industries with the highest air emissions of greenhouse gases at 120 metric tons of CO2 equivalent per USD. Other significant contributors included Hungary, Slovenia, and Lithuania, while the United Kingdom, Netherlands, and Austria reported comparatively lower emissions. Over the past year, Poland increased its emissions by 5.23%, whereas the Netherlands and Austria showed significant reductions of 6.71% and 7.79%, respectively. Noteworthy reductions were also observed in Estonia and Cyprus. Over the last five years, a variety of trends emerged, with increases in emissions for Poland and Lithuania, contrasted by declines across many Western European countries.
Future trends to watch include the continued adoption of greener technologies and stricter environmental regulations, which may drive further reductions in emissions, especially in countries that currently rely heavily on fossil fuels. Transition to renewable energy sources and improvements in digital infrastructure efficiency could significantly impact emission levels in the upcoming years.
Top countries in Air Emissions of Greenhouse Gases in Information Industries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons of CO2 Equivalent Per Thousand USD | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 0.12 | 2023 | +1.56% | +5.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Hungary | 0.054 | 2023 | -1.82% | -1.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovenia | 0.036 | 2023 | 0% | -0.55% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 0.028 | 2023 | +3% | +2.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 0.015 | 2023 | -0.68% | +0.98% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 0.012 | 2023 | +0.85% | +1.77% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 0.011 | 2023 | -0.94% | -1.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 0.008 | 2023 | -1.25% | -0.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 0.007 | 2023 | -7.14% | -6.71% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 0.006 | 2023 | -7.25% | -3.38% | View data |
