Anthropogenic Carbon Emissions Over Time

This chart shows the total amount of man-made emissions created by the world’s biggest polluters. While Europe and the US have historically been responsible for the most emissions, the rapid economic growth of China has seen its share of global emissions surge in the last 20 years.

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This chart shows the total amount of man-made emissions created by the world's biggest polluters.
The amount of atmospheric CO2 has charted a steady climb higher. The Mauna Loa Observatory on the north flank of volcano of the same name
Regulated greenhouse gas emissions in the UK fell sharply in 2023, in line with similar falls across the larger EU carbon market in last year,
In the context of greenhouse gases, generally refers to a reduction of emissions.
Carbon accounting is fast becoming a vital tool for businesses, investors and individuals. There are various ways to calculate CO2 emissions and an increasing number

26 June 2024

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UK emissions fall 12.5% in 2023; work on CCP progresses – labelled carbon credits

Regulated greenhouse gas emissions in the UK fell sharply in 2023, in line with similar falls across the larger EU carbon market in last year, according to figures released this month.

25 June 2024

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Abate

In the context of greenhouse gases, generally refers to a reduction of emissions.

6 June 2024

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