Understanding a country's carbon emissions over time can help evaluate its environmental impact and whether its policies to combat climate change are effective. This report will analyse Nigeria’s carbon emissions per capita from 2000 to 2020. 

What has Been the General Trend In Nigeria’s CO₂ Emissions per capita since 2000?

From 2000 to 2020, Nigeria’s CO₂ emissions per capita showed a fluctuating overall declining trend. Starting at 0.791 metric tons per capita in 2000, the CO₂ emissions reached their lowest point in 2009 at 0.491 metric tons per capita and the highest point in 2001 at 0.808 metric tons per capita. By 2020, CO₂ emissions had reached 0.537 metric tons per capita. 

When did Nigeria Experience the Highest CO₂ Emissions Per Capita?

Nigeria’s highest CO₂ emissions per capita occurred in 2001, with a peak of 0.808 metric tons per capita. This was followed by a general decline and fluctuations in the following years.

When Were the Lowest CO₂ Emissions Per Capita Recorded in Nigeria?

Nigeria’s lowest emissions per capita were recorded in 2009 at 0.491 metric tons per capita. This marked a significant decrease from the early 2000s and represented a point where Nigeria’s efforts to reduce emissions showed the most impact. 

How Did Nigeria’s CO₂ Emissions Per Capita Change during the 2000s?

During the 2000s, Nigeria saw a gradual decline in CO₂ emissions per capita. Starting at 0.791 metric tons in 2000, the emissions decreased almost yearly, reaching 0.492 metric tons by 2009. 

What Were the Trends in CO₂ Emissions Per Capita in Nigeria during the 2010s?

The 2010s presented a mixed trend. CO₂ emissions slightly increased from 0.559 metric tons in 2010 to 0.574 metric tons in 2011, then fluctuated mildly around the 0.560 metric tons range until 2017. In 2018, emissions slightly increased to 0.572 metric tons; by 2020, the emissions per capita were 0.537 metric tons. 

All data cited in this report were sourced from: 

https://data.worldbank.org/indicator/EN.ATM.CO2E.PC?locations=NG