In 2023, global greenhouse gas emissions showed a mixed trend among countries, with significant reductions in the UK, Kazakhstan, and Portugal, while Russia experienced a slight increase. Notably, Estonia saw an 8% decline, highlighting substantial progress in emissions reduction. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate indicates an overall reduction trend in greenhouse gas emissions by many countries, despite Russia's increase.
Future trends to watch include accelerating emissions reduction initiatives, especially from larger emitters like Russia. Additionally, advancements in renewable energy adoption and technological innovations are expected to significantly shape emissions trajectories globally.
Top countries in Total Greenhouse Gas Emissions by Gas (Without Land Use, Land-Use Change and Forestry) by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons of CO2 Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Russia | 2,188,600 | 2023 | +0.74% | +0.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 1,144,300 | 2023 | -1.01% | -1.64% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 672,600 | 2023 | +0.8% | -1.54% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Canada | 655,760 | 2023 | -1.13% | -1.98% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Australia | 521,730 | 2023 | -0.64% | -1.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 399,210 | 2023 | -1.41% | -1.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 396,560 | 2023 | -2.02% | -2.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 384,700 | 2023 | -3.86% | -3.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kazakhstan | 326,850 | 2023 | -1.51% | -3.16% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 113,520 | 2023 | -1.65% | -2.55% | View data |
