Analysis of Global Sulphur Hexafluoride Emissions indicates South Korea led with 44.56 thousand metric tons of CO2 equivalent, showing a slight decrease of 1.52% year-on-year. Germany follows with a moderate increase of 1.4%, while Japan experienced a significant decrease of 8.53%. Mexico's emissions notably rose by 9.67%, a trend driven by rising industrial activities. Low-emitters observed varied trends: Norway saw a sharp decline of 35.57%, whereas Ukraine and Belarus marked double-digit increases of 12.09% and 11.68%, respectively, pointing to differing industrial developments.
Future trends to watch include potential regulatory changes aimed at reducing sulphur hexafluoride usage, which could significantly affect high-emission countries. The focus should also be on sustainable practices and alternate technologies as nations strive to meet climate goals by reducing greenhouse gases.
Top countries in Sulphur Hexafluoride Emissions Total Gross Abstraction Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons of CO2 Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 44.56 | 2023 | +6.23% | -1.52% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 28.67 | 2023 | +7.78% | +1.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 8.82 | 2023 | -21.31% | -8.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 3.46 | 2023 | -1.59% | -2.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 3.03 | 2023 | +9.95% | -0.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Mexico | 2.96 | 2023 | +4.38% | +9.67% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 1.88 | 2023 | -14.76% | -6.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Australia | 0.96 | 2023 | +5.41% | -0.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 0.83 | 2023 | -0.0081% | +2.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 0.68 | 2023 | +0.32% | +0.39% | View data |
