Carbon dioxide emissions are those stemming from the burning of fossil fuels and the manufacture of cement. They include carbon dioxide produced during consumption of solid, liquid, and gas fuels and gas flaring. (World Bank)
Summary
- Oil and Gas: Countries like Qatar, UAE, and Bahrain have consistently high per capita emissions due to extensive oil and gas extraction and refining activities.
- Industrialization: Nations such as the USA, Australia, and South Korea exhibit high emissions driven by industrial activities and energy-intensive industries.
- Energy Policies: Countries like Germany and Belgium show gradual declines in emissions due to strong environmental policies, renewable energy adoption, and industrial restructuring.
Source: THE WORLD BANK
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