The forecast for U.S. carbon dioxide emissions, excluding land use, land-use change, and forestry, shows a decrease from 5191.4 trillion grams of CO2 equivalent in 2024 to 5090.9 trillion grams by 2028. This marks a consistent year-on-year decrease of approximately 0.5% to 0.6%. In 2023, the emissions stood at 5216.0 trillion grams, indicating a downward trend. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is negative, underscoring a steady decline in emissions.
Future trends to watch for:
- Increased adoption of renewable energy sources.
- Improvements in energy efficiency.
- Policy changes impacting emissions standards.
- Technological advancements in carbon capture and storage.
