What is CO₂ Emissions per Capita? | Definition & Methodology

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CO₂ Emissions per Capita: Carbon dioxide emissions per person excluding LULUCF, using IPCC AR5 GWP factors. Source: EDGAR Community GHG Database.

Unit: t CO₂e/capita Source: World Bank / EDGAR (EN.GHG.CO2.PC.CE.AR5)

Definition

Carbon dioxide emissions per person excluding LULUCF, using IPCC AR5 GWP factors. Source: EDGAR Community GHG Database.

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What is CO₂ Emissions per Capita?

Carbon dioxide emissions per person excluding LULUCF, using IPCC AR5 GWP factors. Source: EDGAR Community GHG Database.

Where does CO₂ Emissions per Capita data come from?

CO₂ Emissions per Capita data is sourced from World Bank / EDGAR, using indicator code EN.GHG.CO2.PC.CE.AR5.

What unit is CO₂ Emissions per Capita measured in?

CO₂ Emissions per Capita is measured in t CO₂e/capita.