Global Historical GHG Emissions per Country

October 15, 2021

Historical global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, by country, between the years 1990 and 2018.

Global GHG emissions increase 49% during this period whereas China grew a staggering 307%.

Annual Share of World GHG Emissions

October 15, 2021

World share (%) of GHG emission for China, US, India, Russia, and Canada.

China surpassed the US to become worlds largest emitter of GHG and has since doubled the US in overall share. Canada’s GHG emissions have declined slightly.

Per Capita GHG Emissions

October 15, 2021

Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, per capita from 1990 to 2018, for the ten largest emitters.

Qatar has largest GHG emissions per capita followed by Canada and the US. Differences in heating and cooling requirements due to country location can influence per capita intensity.

Global Historical CO2 Emissions per Country

October 15, 2021

Historical global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, by country, between the years 1990 and 2018.

CO2, the largest single contributor to global GHG emissions, represents almost three quarters of the total. China is the biggest emitter followed by the US and India.

North American Power Emissions to 2030

June 14, 2021

North American power generator emissions to 2030 by fossil fuel.

Reflects the significant decline in CO2 emissions from the retirement of high emitting coal fired generation that is being replaced with cleaner natural gas and renewables.

North American Power Emissions Outlook by Region

October 21 , 2021

Detailed illustration of North American natural gas power emissions to 2030 by region and fossil fuel type (coal, natural gas, oil & other), including each areas regional share.

The US Southeast and Midwest regions account for over half the the North American total power emissions while Canada accounts for the least.