This statistic displays the volume of energy-related "fine" particulate matter (PM2.5) emissions worldwide in 2015, based on region. During this year, India emitted
***********
Log in or register to access precise data.
metric tons of particulate matter 2.5 related to energy processes. PM emissions are mostly from incomplete household fuel combustion like cooking, heating, and lighting. Particles less than
***
Log in or register to access precise data.
micrometers in diameter (these PM2.5) are said to present the greatest risk to health, because of their ability to lodge in the lungs.
Adjust the presentation of the statistic and data points.
Share the statistic on social media channels or embed the statistic in your
website using "Embed Code", where available.
Cite this statistic and select one of the following formats: APA, Chicago, Harvard, MLA & Bluebook.
Print the statistic including description and metadata.
Chart type
Energy-related "fine" particulate matter (PM2.5) emissions worldwide in 2015, by region
Share this statistic
You have no right to use this feature.
Make sure to contact us if you are interested in scientific citation.
You can upgrade your account to enable this functionality for all statistics.
This feature is not available with your current account.Request access
Statista has been my savior on several occasions.
The site is easy to maneuver and the data is in a format that can
go right into a report or presentation.
Learn more about how Statista can support your business.
IEA. (June 27, 2016). Energy-related "fine" particulate matter (PM2.5) emissions worldwide in 2015, by region (in million metric tons) [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved August 13, 2025, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/572074/volume-of-energy-related-particulate-matter-25-emissions-by-region/
IEA. "Energy-related "fine" particulate matter (PM2.5) emissions worldwide in 2015, by region (in million metric tons)." Chart. June 27, 2016. Statista. Accessed August 13, 2025. https://www.statista.com/statistics/572074/volume-of-energy-related-particulate-matter-25-emissions-by-region/
IEA. (2016). Energy-related "fine" particulate matter (PM2.5) emissions worldwide in 2015, by region (in million metric tons). Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: August 13, 2025. https://www.statista.com/statistics/572074/volume-of-energy-related-particulate-matter-25-emissions-by-region/
IEA. "Energy-related "Fine" Particulate Matter (Pm2.5) Emissions Worldwide in 2015, by Region (in Million Metric Tons)." Statista, Statista Inc., 27 Jun 2016, https://www.statista.com/statistics/572074/volume-of-energy-related-particulate-matter-25-emissions-by-region/
IEA, Energy-related "fine" particulate matter (PM2.5) emissions worldwide in 2015, by region (in million metric tons) Statista, https://www.statista.com/statistics/572074/volume-of-energy-related-particulate-matter-25-emissions-by-region/ (last visited August 13, 2025)
Energy-related "fine" particulate matter (PM2.5) emissions worldwide in 2015, by region (in million metric tons) [Graph], IEA, June 27, 2016. [Online]. Available: https://www.statista.com/statistics/572074/volume-of-energy-related-particulate-matter-25-emissions-by-region/
Advertisement
Profit from additional features with an Employee Account
Please create an employee account to be able to mark statistics as favorites.
Then you can access your favorite statistics via the star in the header.
Profit from the additional features of your individual account
Currently, you are using a shared account. To use individual functions (e.g., mark statistics as favourites, set
statistic alerts) please log in with your personal account.
If you are an admin, please authenticate by logging in again.