The 2023 data on global methane emissions shows the United States as the largest emitter at 45.16 billion grams of CO2 equivalent, while Russia follows at 20.33 billion. Most countries experienced a reduction in emissions, notably Canada (-3.97%) and Germany (-3.65%). A few countries, such as Russia (1.18%) and Cyprus (2.46%), showed slight increases in emissions. Across the last five years, the emissions have generally declined, with the compound annual growth rate indicating a consistent drop in emissions among the majority of these countries.
Future trends to watch include the impact of international regulations aimed at reducing methane emissions, technological advances in methane capture, and shifts in major industries, such as energy, that contribute significantly to methane emissions. Continuous monitoring and policy adjustments will be crucial to curbing emissions effectively.
Top countries in Methane 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 | 45.16 | 2023 | -0.58% | -1.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Russia | 20.33 | 2023 | +1.51% | +1.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Australia | 6.1 | 2023 | -0.82% | -1.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Canada | 5.33 | 2023 | -3.23% | -3.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ukraine | 4.46 | 2023 | -0.37% | +0.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 3.11 | 2023 | -2.16% | -2.15% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 2.91 | 2023 | -0.59% | -0.67% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 2.67 | 2023 | -3.58% | -3.65% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Japan | 1.69 | 2023 | -0.85% | -0.6% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 1.57 | 2023 | -1.46% | -1.09% | View data |
