In 2020, the Americas accounted for 29 percent of the global carbon dioxide demand. China followed closely, with a share of 28 percent. Carbon dioxide is used for a variety of applications, including as inert gas in fire-fighting, for carbonating beverages, as well as for cooling and freezing food, among other uses.
Distribution of carbon dioxide demand worldwide in 2020, by region
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IHS Markit. (March 24, 2021). Distribution of carbon dioxide demand worldwide in 2020, by region [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved August 24, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1264604/co2-demand-share-region-worldwide/
IHS Markit. "Distribution of carbon dioxide demand worldwide in 2020, by region." Chart. March 24, 2021. Statista. Accessed August 24, 2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1264604/co2-demand-share-region-worldwide/
IHS Markit. (2021). Distribution of carbon dioxide demand worldwide in 2020, by region. Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: August 24, 2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1264604/co2-demand-share-region-worldwide/
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