U.S. Emissions of Greenhouse Gases, 2001–2006
Updated February 12, 2020 |
Infoplease Staff
(million metric tons carbon dioxide equivalent)
| Gas | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon dioxide | 5,806.3 | 5,875.9 | 5,940.4 | 6,019.9 | 6,045.0 | 5,934.4 |
| Methane | 593.9 | 598.6 | 603.7 | 605.9 | 607.3 | 605.1 |
| Nitrous oxide | 336.6 | 332.5 | 331.7 | 358.3 | 368.0 | 378.6 |
| High-GWP Gases1 | 128.6 | 137.8 | 136.6 | 149.4 | 161.2 | 157.6 |
| Total | 6,865.4 | 6,944.9 | 7,012.4 | 7,133.5 | 7,181.4 | 7,075.6 |
1. Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), and sulfur hexafluoride (SF6).
Source: Compiled by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Web: www.eia.doe.gov .
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