According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from energy use reached a record high of 33.1 billion metric tons in 2019. Out of this, coal was responsible for 14.4 billion metric tons of CO2 emissions, followed by oil at 11.9 billion metric tons, and gas at 6.6 billion metric tons. Cement production accounted for 2.2 billion metric tons, while flaring and other industrial processes contributed to the remaining emissions.

The trend of increasing carbon emissions from these sources is concerning, as it is a significant driver of climate change and its associated impacts, such as sea level rise, more frequent extreme weather events, and ecosystem disruptions.

Efforts to reduce carbon emissions are underway globally, with many countries setting targets to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. The adoption of renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar power, and the implementation of carbon pricing policies are some of the strategies being employed to mitigate the impact of carbon emissions on the environment.

It is important to continue monitoring and reducing carbon emissions from these sources to ensure a sustainable future for the planet.

The above visual shows the carbon emissions for different measures like coal, carbon, oil, cement, Flaring, and gas across the years from 2000 to 2021. The visual provides insights into the historical trends in carbon emissions and how different measures contribute to global carbon emissions.

The key findings from the visual are:

• Coal and oil are the primary contributors to global carbon emissions, accounting for the majority of emissions over the years. In recent years, gas has also emerged as a significant contributor.

• The carbon emissions due to Flaring and cement have remained relatively small compared to coal, oil, and gas.

• The overall carbon emissions have been increasing exponentially, with a significant increase after the industrial revolution in the 19th century. The rate of increase has been more significant in recent years, highlighting the urgent need for action to reduce carbon emissions.

• The visual also highlights the impact of events such as the two world wars and the 2008 financial crisis on global carbon emissions.

Overall, the visual emphasizes the urgent need for concerted global action to reduce carbon emissions and mitigate the impact of climate change. It provides a clear and concise representation of the historical trends in carbon emissions and how different measures contribute to the problem.