Sectoral breakdown of greenhouse gas emissions in the UK 2022, by country

Published by Ian Tiseo, Nov 5, 2024

The distribution of greenhouse gas emission sources in the United Kingdom varies by country. Transportation was the highest-emitting sector in both England and Scotland in 2022, representing around 30 percent of total emissions in each nation. By comparison, agriculture was the highest-emitting sector in Northern Ireland, while industry was the largest source of emissions in Wales.

Distribution of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the United Kingdom in 2022, by sector and country

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June 2024

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United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

Survey time period

2022

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Figures may not total 100% due to rounding.

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Figures were calculated by Statista using data provided by the source. Figures exlude international aviation and shipping and LULUCF. 

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