An estimated 451 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent were emitted worldwide from 2015 to 2022. The power sector accounted for roughly a quarter of this total, making it the biggest GHG polluter during this period. Manufacturing and fossil fuel operations followed, with each sector contributing approximately 17 percent of total emissions.
Distribution of cumulative greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions worldwide from 2015 to 2022, by sector
Based on total GHG emissions of 450.8 GtCO₂e. Figures may not total 100% due to rounding.
Supplementary notes
Figures are estimates. Greenhouse gas emissions are based on their 100-year global warming potential (GWP). The source did not provide a release date. The date given is the date of website access.
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