CO2 Emissions by Country 2023

About This Dataset

Annual carbon dioxide emissions by country in 2023, measured in million metric tonnes. Data generated with AI assistance based on IEA and Global Carbon Project estimates. China and the United States are the largest emitters.

✨ AI Insight

China's emissions are more than double those of the United States, underscoring its dominant position as the world's largest emitter at 11,474 million tonnes. The United States, while still a major contributor, emits less than half of China's total. India's emissions, at 2,830 million tonnes, show a growing trend as the country industrializes, but it remains significantly lower than both China and the U.S. Other countries like Russia and Japan contribute far less, with emissions of 1,764 million tonnes and 1,067 million tonnes, respectively. This stark contrast between the top emitters and others indicates a potential focus for international climate policies, as addressing emissions from these leading countries could yield substantial global benefits.

Source: Wikipedia

Key Findings

Auto-computed highlights from this dataset

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China leads with 11,474 in 2023.

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Average value in 2023: 3,014 · median: 1,416.

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Gap in 2023: China is 18.8× larger than South Korea.