Top 10 Countries That Produce Most Carbon Emissions

China

The largest carbon emissions come from China due to the use of fossil fuels.

United States

The largest source of carbon dioxide emissions in the United States is power generation, transportation, and industry.

India

The main energy source of India is coal which leads to higher carbon dioxide emissions.

Russia

The major source of energy in Russia is natural gas.

Japan

The major source of energy in Japan is oil besides coal makes a large share of energy consumption.

Iran

The population growth rate of Iran is high which is accompanied by high emission of carbon dioxide.

Germany

The country is currently showing a reduction in carbon dioxide emissions.

Saudi Arabia

It is the world’s largest producer of oil. The population and consumption of the country is rising leading to more carbon emission.

Indonesia

The economy of Indonesia grew twice and with this, it is one of the top carbon-emitting countries.

South Korea

The economy of South Korea is rising rapidly and the carbon emission doubled.

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