In 2023, Australia and Russia topped the global nitrous oxide emissions from grasslands, with 45.36 and 44.32 thousand metric tons of CO2 equivalent, respectively. Italy and Ireland demonstrated the most significant growth in emissions, with Italy increasing by 46.32% and Ireland by 7.48%. Conversely, Sweden faced a notable decline of 22.36%. Over the past five years, emissions have varied considerably, reflecting differing agricultural practices and land management across countries.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential impact of evolving agricultural technologies and regulations on emission levels.
- The influence of climate policies, especially within the European Union, aimed at reducing overall greenhouse gas emissions.
- Developing strategies for eco-friendly grassland management to mitigate nitrous oxide emissions.
Top countries in Nitrous Oxide Emissions from Grassland Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons of CO2 Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Australia | 45.36 | 2023 | -4.82% | -4.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Russia | 44.32 | 2023 | +6.19% | +0.34% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 2.37 | 2023 | +2.26% | +7.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 1.99 | 2023 | +0.53% | +17.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 1.76 | 2023 | -1.06% | +46.32% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Kazakhstan | 1.24 | 2023 | -0.46% | -0.8% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 0.89 | 2023 | +3.58% | +1.87% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 0.71 | 2023 | -0.027% | +0.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 New Zealand | 0.51 | 2023 | -5.95% | -9.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Japan | 0.41 | 2023 | -0.013% | -0.018% | View data |
