Global CO2 Emissions Report

Introduction

This report analyzes global trends in CO2 emissions, focusing on historical responsibility, the relationship between wealth and emissions, and the transition of major economies. The data is sourced from Our World in Data.

Section 1: Interactive Trends

Figure 1: Global Emissions per Capita (Animated)

Interactive Animated Map. Use the slider to explore different years (1990-2022). Hover over countries for details.

Figure 2: Emissions Growth of Top Emitters (1950–2022)

Interactive Line Chart. Click legend items to show/hide countries. Hover for details.

Section 2: Global Drivers

Figure 3: Emissions by Source (Global)

Stacked Area Chart showing the evolution of fuel types.

Figure 4: The Environmental Kuznets Curve

Scatter Plot: GDP per Capita vs CO₂ per Capita (2018).

Section 3: Comparative Analysis

Figure 5: Cumulative Emissions (Historical Responsibility)

Bar Chart: Top 10 countries by total emissions since 1750.

Figure 6: G20 Nations: Change in Emissions (2000 vs 2022)

Dumbbell Chart: Tracking progress or regression.

Figure 7: Distribution of Per Capita Emissions (2022)

Box Plot: Inequality in emissions across all nations.

Figure 8: Relative Change in BRICS Nations

Interactive Line Chart: Normalized trends (2000 = 100%). Click legend to show/hide countries.

Conclusion

The data highlights a clear divide: while developed nations (like the US and UK) are slowly reducing emissions, emerging economies (like China and India) are rising rapidly to meet development needs. Addressing climate change requires balancing these historical responsibilities with current growth trends.

Key Takeaways:

The US leads in cumulative historical emissions
China has become the largest annual emitter since 2006
Wealthier nations have higher per-capita footprints
Coal and oil remain dominant emission sources
G20 nations show diverging trends in emission trajectories